Bradshaw 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

Bradshaw Rank #8,718
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #8718 for Bradshaw.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Bradshaw ___

No pairings available yet.

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 Bradshaw

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If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bradshaw or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Bradshaw at #8718 in the United States.

What do Bradshaw and James mean?

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

Are Bradshaw and James boy or girl names?

Bradshaw is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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