James vs Joshua

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 #57 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"may God deliver"

Origin: Hebrew

Hebrew English Christian American

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James Rank #5

Joshua Rank #57

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #57 for Joshua.

Is James or Joshua more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Joshua at #57 in the United States.

What do James and Joshua mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Joshua means "may God deliver" (Hebrew origin).

Are James and Joshua boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Joshua is primarily a boy name.