Joshua vs James

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Joshua

Boy #57 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"may God deliver"

Origin: Hebrew

Hebrew English Christian American

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Boy #5 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"supplanter, one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

English Scottish Biblical

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Joshua Rank #57

James Rank #5

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

Is Joshua or James more popular?

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

What do Joshua and James mean?

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

Are Joshua and James boy or girl names?

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