Jim vs Elroy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jim

Boy #4,434 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"supplanter, one who grabs the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #4,236 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"the king"

Origin: Old French (le roi)

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Jim Rank #4,434

Elroy Rank #4,236

Elroy is more popular, ranked #4236 vs #4434 for Jim.

Is Jim or Elroy more popular?

Elroy is more popular, ranked #4236 compared to Jim at #4434 in the United States.

What do Jim and Elroy mean?

Jim means "supplanter, one who grabs the heel" (Hebrew origin). Elroy means "the king" (Old French (le roi) origin).

Are Jim and Elroy boy or girl names?

Jim is primarily a boy name. Elroy is primarily a boy name.