Connie 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

Connie Rank #3,113
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #3113 for Connie.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Connie ___

  • Connie Mae
  • Connie Lynn
  • Connie Grace
  • Connie Jo
  • Connie Sue
  • Connie Rae

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 Connie

Debbie Robbie Peggy Jimmy Danny

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Connie or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Connie at #3113 in the United States.

What do Connie and James mean?

Connie means "steadfast, constant, faithful" (Latin origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Connie and James boy or girl names?

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

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