Avalon 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

Avalon Rank #1,612
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #1612 for Avalon.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Avalon ___

  • Avalon Rose
  • Avalon Grace
  • Avalon Mae
  • Avalon Claire
  • Avalon June
  • Avalon Wren

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 Avalon

Guinevere Isolde Arthur Rowan Celeste

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Avalon or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Avalon at #1612 in the United States.

What do Avalon and James mean?

Avalon means "isle of apples" (Celtic origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Avalon and James boy or girl names?

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

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