James

Boy#4 in 2023

Supplanter

Origin

Hebrew

Meaning

Supplanter

Popularity

#4

in United States (2023)

About the Name James

Classic biblical name, borne by two apostles.

Variations of James

JimJimmyJamieJayJimboJemJemmyDiegoJacquesSeamus

Famous People Named James

James Bond (fictional spy), James Dean (actor), LeBron James (basketball), James Baldwin (writer), King James I

More Hebrew Boy Names

Noah

Rest, comfort

Elijah

My God is Yahweh

Benjamin

Son of the right hand

Levi

Joined, attached

Ezra

Help, helper

Michael

Who is like God?

Daniel

God is my judge

Samuel

Name of God, heard by God

Names Similar to James

Jack

God is gracious

Jackson

Son of Jack

Miles

Soldier

Jayden

Thankful

Jameson

Son of James

Jaxson

Frequently Asked Questions about James

What does the name James mean?

Supplanter

What is the origin of James?

James is of Hebrew origin.

How popular is the name James?

James is ranked #4 in popularity for male names in 2023. This makes it a very popular choice for parents.

Is James a boy or girl name?

James is traditionally a boy's name.

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