Chase 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

Chase Rank #173
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #173 for Chase.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Chase ___

  • Chase Anthony
  • Chase Michael
  • Chase Alexander
  • Chase William
  • Chase Thomas
  • Chase Robert

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 Chase

Logan Blake Morgan Taylor Drew

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chase or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Chase at #173 in the United States.

What do Chase and James mean?

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

Are Chase and James boy or girl names?

Chase is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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