Eddi 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

Eddi Rank #35,430
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #35430 for Eddi.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Eddi ___

No pairings available yet.

James ___

  • James Alexander
  • James William
  • James Thomas
  • James Edward
  • James Henry
  • James Patrick

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Eddi

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If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eddi or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Eddi at #35430 in the United States.

What do Eddi and James mean?

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

Are Eddi and James boy or girl names?

Eddi is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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