Amos 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

Amos Rank #699
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #699 for Amos.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Amos ___

  • Amos James
  • Amos Lee
  • Amos John
  • Amos David
  • Amos Cole
  • Amos Ray

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 Amos

Elijah Ezra Naomi Ruth Silas

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amos or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Amos at #699 in the United States.

What do Amos and James mean?

Amos means "carried by God" (Hebrew origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Amos and James boy or girl names?

Amos is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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