Baylor 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

Baylor Rank #366
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #366 for Baylor.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Baylor ___

  • Baylor James
  • Baylor Scott
  • Baylor Lee
  • Baylor Thomas
  • Baylor Ray
  • Baylor Cole

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 Baylor

Tatum Mason Harper Chase Remi

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Baylor or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Baylor at #366 in the United States.

What do Baylor and James mean?

Baylor means "one who bails, deliverer" (Old French origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Baylor and James boy or girl names?

Baylor is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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