Antares 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

Antares Rank #13,914
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #13914 for Antares.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Antares ___

No pairings available yet.

James ___

  • James Alexander
  • James William
  • James Thomas
  • James Edward
  • James Henry
  • James Patrick

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Antares

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If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Antares or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Antares at #13914 in the United States.

What do Antares and James mean?

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

Are Antares and James boy or girl names?

Antares is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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