James vs Jude

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 #156 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"praised, he will be praised"

Origin: Hebrew

English Biblical European

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James Rank #5

Jude Rank #156

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #156 for Jude.

Is James or Jude more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Jude at #156 in the United States.

What do James and Jude mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Jude means "praised, he will be praised" (Hebrew origin).

Are James and Jude boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Jude is primarily a boy name.