Addy vs James

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Addy

Girl #4,621 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"noble kind, of noble nature"

Origin: Old High German

Cultural Roots

English American Germanic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,621
Total SSA Count
30
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Ad

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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
Nicknames
Jim, Jimmy, Jamie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Addy Rank #4,621
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #4621 for Addy.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Addy ___

  • Addy Rose
  • Addy Grace
  • Addy Jane
  • Addy Kate
  • Addy Elise
  • Addy Belle

James ___

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

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Addy

Maddie Ellie Millie Charlie Lily

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Addy or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Addy at #4621 in the United States.

What do Addy and James mean?

Addy means "noble kind, of noble nature" (Old High German origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Addy and James boy or girl names?

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

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