Beatrice 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

Beatrice Rank #581
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #581 for Beatrice.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Beatrice ___

  • Beatrice Rose
  • Beatrice Anne
  • Beatrice Claire
  • Beatrice Mae
  • Beatrice Louise
  • Beatrice Violet

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 Beatrice

Cecilia Edmund Arthur Harriet Florence

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Beatrice or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Beatrice at #581 in the United States.

What do Beatrice and James mean?

Beatrice means "she who brings happiness" (Latin origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Beatrice and James boy or girl names?

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

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