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Wesson vs Semaj

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Semaj

Boy #1,067 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"James reversed — an ananym honoring the name James"

Origin: Modern American

Cultural Roots

American African American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,067
Total SSA Count
204
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Wesson Rank #953
Semaj Rank #1,067

Wesson is more popular, ranked #953 vs #1067 for Semaj.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Wesson or Semaj more popular?

Wesson is more popular, ranked #953 compared to Semaj at #1067 in the United States.

What do Wesson and Semaj mean?

Wesson means "western town" (Old English origin). Semaj means "James reversed — an ananym honoring the name James" (Modern American origin).

Are Wesson and Semaj boy or girl names?

Wesson is primarily a boy name. Semaj is primarily a boy name.

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