Choyce 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

Choyce Rank #4,698
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #4698 for Choyce.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Choyce ___

  • Choyce Michael
  • Choyce James
  • Choyce David
  • Choyce Anthony
  • Choyce Lee
  • Choyce Ray

James ___

  • James Alexander
  • James William
  • James Thomas
  • James Edward
  • James Henry
  • James Patrick

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Choyce

Blaze Ace Justice Royal Legend

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Choyce or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Choyce at #4698 in the United States.

What do Choyce and James mean?

Choyce means "choice, selection, that which is chosen" (Old French/English origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Choyce and James boy or girl names?

Choyce is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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