Damell 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

Popularity Comparison

Damell Rank #36,107
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #36107 for Damell.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Damell ___

No pairings available yet.

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 Damell

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If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Damell or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Damell at #36107 in the United States.

What do Damell and James mean?

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

Are Damell and James boy or girl names?

Damell is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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