Easley 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

Easley Rank #11,662
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #11662 for Easley.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Easley ___

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 Easley

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If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Easley or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Easley at #11662 in the United States.

What do Easley and James mean?

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

Are Easley and James boy or girl names?

Easley is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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