Delta 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

Delta Rank #2,270
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #2270 for Delta.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Delta ___

  • Delta Rose
  • Delta June
  • Delta Mae
  • Delta Blue
  • Delta Rain
  • Delta Fern

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 Delta

Zeta Orion Atlas Lyra Phoenix

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Delta or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Delta at #2270 in the United States.

What do Delta and James mean?

Delta means "River mouth, fertile land" (Greek origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Delta and James boy or girl names?

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

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