Amiel 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

Amiel Rank #3,643
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #3643 for Amiel.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Amiel ___

  • Amiel David
  • Amiel Joshua
  • Amiel Elijah
  • Amiel Nathan
  • Amiel Benjamin
  • Amiel Ezra

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 Amiel

Raphael Gabriel Eliel Asher Miriam

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amiel or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Amiel at #3643 in the United States.

What do Amiel and James mean?

Amiel means "my people are God" (Hebrew origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Amiel and James boy or girl names?

Amiel is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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