Damarius 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

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Popularity Comparison

Damarius Rank #6,661
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #6661 for Damarius.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Damarius ___

  • Damarius James
  • Damarius Leon
  • Damarius Andre
  • Damarius Michael
  • Damarius Joseph
  • Damarius Lee

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 Damarius

Darius Marcelus Tyrone Latasha Tamara

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Damarius or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Damarius at #6661 in the United States.

What do Damarius and James mean?

Damarius means "gentle, tame" (Greek origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Damarius and James boy or girl names?

Damarius is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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