James vs Elijah

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

James

Boy #5 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"supplanter, one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #8 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"the Lord is my God"

Origin: Hebrew

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James Rank #5

Elijah Rank #8

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #8 for Elijah.

Is James or Elijah more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Elijah at #8 in the United States.

What do James and Elijah mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Elijah means "the Lord is my God" (Hebrew origin).

Are James and Elijah boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Elijah is primarily a boy name.