Avi 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

Avi Rank #846
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #846 for Avi.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Avi ___

  • Avi James
  • Avi Cohen
  • Avi David
  • Avi Michael
  • Avi Noah
  • Avi Samuel

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 Avi

Eli Levi Maya Noa Yael

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Avi or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Avi at #846 in the United States.

What do Avi and James mean?

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

Are Avi and James boy or girl names?

Avi is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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