Alyx vs James

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Alyx

Girl #7,997 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"defender of mankind"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

American English French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#7,997
Total SSA Count
14
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Aly, Alyx

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Alyx Rank #7,997
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #7997 for Alyx.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Alyx ___

  • Alyx Jade
  • Alyx Rae
  • Alyx Morgan
  • Alyx Skye
  • Alyx Drew

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 Alyx

Zoe Kai Remy Quinn

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Alyx or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Alyx at #7997 in the United States.

What do Alyx and James mean?

Alyx means "defender of mankind" (Greek origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Alyx and James boy or girl names?

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

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