Astraeus 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

Astraeus Rank #10,095
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #10095 for Astraeus.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Astraeus ___

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James ___

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

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose James

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Astraeus or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Astraeus at #10095 in the United States.

What do Astraeus and James mean?

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

Are Astraeus and James boy or girl names?

Astraeus is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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