Tucker vs James

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Tucker

Boy #200 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"cloth fuller, fabric tucker"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#200
Total SSA Count
1,781
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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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

Popularity Comparison

Tucker Rank #200
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #200 for Tucker.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Tucker or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Tucker at #200 in the United States.

What do Tucker and James mean?

Tucker means "cloth fuller, fabric tucker" (Old English origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Tucker and James boy or girl names?

Tucker is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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