James vs Isaiah

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 #56 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"the Lord saves"

Origin: Hebrew

Hebrew English African American

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James Rank #5

Isaiah Rank #56

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #56 for Isaiah.

Is James or Isaiah more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Isaiah at #56 in the United States.

What do James and Isaiah mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Isaiah means "the Lord saves" (Hebrew origin).

Are James and Isaiah boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Isaiah is primarily a boy name.