Amias 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

Amias Rank #695
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #695 for Amias.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Amias ___

  • Amias John
  • Amias William
  • Amias Henry
  • Amias George
  • Amias James
  • Amias Felix

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 Amias

Caspian Sebastian Thaddeus Ophelia Cordelia

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amias or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Amias at #695 in the United States.

What do Amias and James mean?

Amias means "loved, beloved" (Latin origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Amias and James boy or girl names?

Amias is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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