Amber 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

Amber Rank #541
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #541 for Amber.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Amber ___

  • Amber Rose
  • Amber Lynn
  • Amber Marie
  • Amber Grace
  • Amber Nicole
  • Amber Lee

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 Amber

Crystal Jade Opal Chase Devon

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amber or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Amber at #541 in the United States.

What do Amber and James mean?

Amber means "ambergris, waxy substance" (Arabic origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Amber and James boy or girl names?

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

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