What origin is the name Ames?

Ames comes from French naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

What are good brother names for Ames?

Names from the same french tradition pair naturally with Ames — for example Andre, Remy, Antoine. You can browse more on our french names page.

Ames

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Ames

Ames

Unisex

French

2 syllables

Ames is a French unisex name meaning "Friend.".

Parents who choose Ames pick a unisex name from the French tradition, meaning "Friend.". At just 4 letters, it is short and easy to say. It has 2 syllables.

Origin: French
Gender: Unisex
Syllables: 2

Meaning compiled from public name lists.

Last updated 22 October 2026.

Meaning

Friend.

Popularity

No birth-record data (source: not in US birth records; popularity in India is not tracked)

Quick answers about Ames

What does Ames mean?

Ames is a unisex name of French origin meaning "Friend.".

How popular is Ames?

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