Anaiah vs James

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Anaiah

Girl #918 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"answered by Yahweh"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew African-American Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#918
Total SSA Count
289
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Annie, Nia, Ana

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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

Anaiah Rank #918
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #918 for Anaiah.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Anaiah ___

  • Anaiah Grace
  • Anaiah Marie
  • Anaiah Jade
  • Anaiah Faith
  • Anaiah Hope
  • Anaiah Joy

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 Anaiah

Elijah Zion Isaiah Micah Selah

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Anaiah or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Anaiah at #918 in the United States.

What do Anaiah and James mean?

Anaiah means "answered by Yahweh" (Hebrew origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Anaiah and James boy or girl names?

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

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