Celia 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

Celia Rank #734
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #734 for Celia.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Celia ___

  • Celia Rose
  • Celia Grace
  • Celia Anne
  • Celia Jane
  • Celia Mae
  • Celia Joy

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 Celia

Felix Julian Cordelia Viola Sebastian

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Celia or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Celia at #734 in the United States.

What do Celia and James mean?

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

Are Celia and James boy or girl names?

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

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