Alivia 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

Alivia Rank #396
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #396 for Alivia.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Alivia ___

  • Alivia Rose
  • Alivia Grace
  • Alivia Mae
  • Alivia Jane
  • Alivia Claire
  • Alivia Kate

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 Alivia

Sophia Isabella Madison Liam Ethan

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alivia or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Alivia at #396 in the United States.

What do Alivia and James mean?

Alivia means "olive tree, peace" (Latin origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Alivia and James boy or girl names?

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

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