Eder 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

Eder Rank #1,689
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #1689 for Eder.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Eder ___

  • Eder James
  • Eder Mateo
  • Eder Lucas
  • Eder Paul
  • Eder Noel

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 Eder

Eden Ethan Levi Miriam Naomi

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eder or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Eder at #1689 in the United States.

What do Eder and James mean?

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

Are Eder and James boy or girl names?

Eder is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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