Damar vs James

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Damar

Boy #6,207 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"modern American creation"

Origin: American

Cultural Roots

African American American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,207
Total SSA Count
15
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Dee, Mar

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Damar Rank #6,207
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #6207 for Damar.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Damar ___

  • Damar James
  • Damar Michael
  • Damar Lee
  • Damar Andre
  • Damar Anthony
  • Damar Xavier

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 Damar

Lamar Darius Jordan Marcus Destiny

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Damar or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Damar at #6207 in the United States.

What do Damar and James mean?

Damar means "modern American creation" (American origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Damar and James boy or girl names?

Damar is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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