Bree vs James

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bree

Girl #2,507 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"strength, power"

Origin: Old Irish

Cultural Roots

Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,507
Total SSA Count
71
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

15 High Risk

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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

Bree Rank #2,507
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #2507 for Bree.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Bree ___

  • Bree Anne
  • Bree Lynn
  • Bree Elise
  • Bree Marie
  • Bree Nicole
  • Bree Grace

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 Bree

Finn Liam Nora Cait Declan

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bree or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Bree at #2507 in the United States.

What do Bree and James mean?

Bree means "strength, power" (Old Irish origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Bree and James boy or girl names?

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

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