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Tasha vs James

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

James

Boy #5 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"supplanter, one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Scottish Biblical

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5
Total SSA Count
11,793
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Tasha Rank #8,736
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #8736 for Tasha.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tasha or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Tasha at #8736 in the United States.

What do Tasha and James mean?

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

Are Tasha and James boy or girl names?

Tasha is primarily a girl name. James is primarily a boy name.

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