Ames vs Sirius

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Popularity Comparison

Ames Rank #2,018
Sirius Rank #2,650

Ames is more popular, ranked #2018 vs #2650 for Sirius.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ames ___

  • Ames River
  • Ames Cole
  • Ames James
  • Ames Elliott
  • Ames Harrison
  • Ames Grey

Sirius ___

  • Sirius James
  • Sirius Orion
  • Sirius Leo
  • Sirius Caspian
  • Sirius Felix
  • Sirius William

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Ames

Hayes Brooks Reeve Sloane Greer

If you choose Sirius

Orion Luna Lyra Remus Rigel

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ames or Sirius more popular?

Ames is more popular, ranked #2018 compared to Sirius at #2650 in the United States.

What do Ames and Sirius mean?

Ames means "friend" (Old French origin). Sirius means "glowing, scorching" (Greek origin).

Are Ames and Sirius boy or girl names?

Ames is primarily a boy name. Sirius is primarily a boy name.

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