Adric 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

Adric Rank #6,366
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #6366 for Adric.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Adric ___

  • Adric James
  • Adric Thomas
  • Adric Robert
  • Adric William
  • Adric Henry
  • Adric Charles

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 Adric

Alaric Evander Lysander Cordelia Rowena

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Adric or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Adric at #6366 in the United States.

What do Adric and James mean?

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

Are Adric and James boy or girl names?

Adric is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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