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Eames

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Eames is a boy’s name of English origin, meaning “An English surname derived from the Middle English 'eme', meaning 'uncle'.”. It currently ranks #12782 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2013.

Letters5
Syllables1
OriginEnglish

What Eames Means

An English surname derived from the Middle English 'eme', meaning 'uncle'.

The Story of Eames

A name linked to mid-century design icons, Eames speaks of creativity and enduring style.

Eames is an English surname, derived from the Middle English 'eme', meaning 'uncle'. It transformed into a given name, notably carried by influential designers Charles and Ray Eames.

You picture a son with an innate sense of style and a mind that sees the potential in everything. He will be a creator, someone who brings intelligent and elegant solutions into the world.

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Numerology

9

The Idealist

Compassionate, humanitarian, and visionary. Names vibrating at 9 carry universal love.

Famous Namesakes

  • Charles Eames

    Influential American designer and architect

  • Ray Eames

    American designer, wife of Charles Eames

Personality Traits

CreativeIntelligentUniqueStylish

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Peak Year

#18 in 2013

Total Births

151

First Recorded

2011

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