Blakley 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

Blakley Rank #2,757
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #2757 for Blakley.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Blakley ___

  • Blakley Rose
  • Blakley Ann
  • Blakley Grace
  • Blakley Jane
  • Blakley Mae

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 Blakley

Riley Harper Hadley Brecken Finley

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Blakley or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Blakley at #2757 in the United States.

What do Blakley and James mean?

Blakley means "pale clearing" (Old English origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Blakley and James boy or girl names?

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

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