Aviel 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

Aviel Rank #1,627
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #1627 for Aviel.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Aviel ___

  • Aviel Moshe
  • Aviel Natan
  • Aviel David
  • Aviel Elijah
  • Aviel Solomon
  • Aviel Daniel

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 Aviel

Ariel Naomi Ezra Shira Lior

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Aviel or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Aviel at #1627 in the United States.

What do Aviel and James mean?

Aviel means "my father is God" (Hebrew origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Aviel and James boy or girl names?

Aviel is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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