Amarie vs James

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Amarie

Girl #2,807 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"beloved, grace"

Origin: Hebrew/French

Cultural Roots

American French African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,807
Total SSA Count
60
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mari, Ree, Amy

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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

Amarie Rank #2,807
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #2807 for Amarie.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Amarie ___

  • Amarie Grace
  • Amarie Rose
  • Amarie Nicole
  • Amarie Elizabeth
  • Amarie Joy
  • Amarie Renee

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 Amarie

Aria Ezra Sienna Julian Zoe

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amarie or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Amarie at #2807 in the United States.

What do Amarie and James mean?

Amarie means "beloved, grace" (Hebrew/French origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Amarie and James boy or girl names?

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

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