Derez 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
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Popularity Comparison

Derez Rank #30,706
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #30706 for Derez.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Derez ___

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 Derez

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If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Derez or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Derez at #30706 in the United States.

What do Derez and James mean?

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

Are Derez and James boy or girl names?

Derez is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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