James vs Graham

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

James

Boy #5 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"supplanter, one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

English Scottish Biblical

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Boy #129 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"gravelly homestead"

Origin: Old English

Scottish English American

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James Rank #5

Graham Rank #129

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #129 for Graham.

Is James or Graham more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Graham at #129 in the United States.

What do James and Graham mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Graham means "gravelly homestead" (Old English origin).

Are James and Graham boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Graham is primarily a boy name.