Autry vs James

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Autry

Boy #6,247 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"noble strength"

Origin: Old French/Norman

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,247
Total SSA Count
14
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Aut

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Autry Rank #6,247
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #6247 for Autry.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Autry ___

  • Autry James
  • Autry Lee
  • Autry Wayne
  • Autry Ray
  • Autry Dean
  • Autry Earl

James ___

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

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Autry

Roy Dale Hank Loretta Buck

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Autry or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Autry at #6247 in the United States.

What do Autry and James mean?

Autry means "noble strength" (Old French/Norman origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Autry and James boy or girl names?

Autry is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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