Adele 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

Adele Rank #799
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #799 for Adele.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Adele ___

  • Adele Rose
  • Adele Grace
  • Adele Marie
  • Adele Louise
  • Adele Claire
  • Adele Jane

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 Adele

Eloise Vivienne Celine Hugo Marcel

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adele or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Adele at #799 in the United States.

What do Adele and James mean?

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

Are Adele and James boy or girl names?

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

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