Debora vs James

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Debora

Girl #2,115 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"bee"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Spanish Portuguese Italian Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,115
Total SSA Count
90
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Deb, Debbie, Bora

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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

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Debora Rank #2,115
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #2115 for Debora.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Debora ___

  • Debora Maria
  • Debora Sofia
  • Debora Isabel
  • Debora Lucia
  • Debora Elena
  • Debora Cristina

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 Debora

Rachel Miriam Joshua Benjamin Esther

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Debora or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Debora at #2115 in the United States.

What do Debora and James mean?

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

Are Debora and James boy or girl names?

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

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