Addicus 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
Nicknames
Jim, Jimmy, Jamie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Addicus Rank #9,037
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #9037 for Addicus.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Addicus ___

  • Addicus James
  • Addicus Thomas
  • Addicus William
  • Addicus Henry
  • Addicus Owen

James ___

  • James Alexander
  • James William
  • James Thomas
  • James Edward
  • James Henry
  • James Patrick

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Addicus

Atticus Maximus Scout Harper Silas

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Addicus or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Addicus at #9037 in the United States.

What do Addicus and James mean?

Addicus means "from Attica (Athens region)" (Latin origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Addicus and James boy or girl names?

Addicus is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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