Edmond vs James

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edmond

Boy #2,266 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wealthy protector"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English French American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,266
Total SSA Count
63
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Ed, Eddie, Ned

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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

Edmond Rank #2,266
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #2266 for Edmond.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Edmond ___

  • Edmond James
  • Edmond Thomas
  • Edmond Charles
  • Edmond Henry
  • Edmond George
  • Edmond Francis

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 Edmond

Eleanor Cecily Margaret Beatrice Frederick

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edmond or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Edmond at #2266 in the United States.

What do Edmond and James mean?

Edmond means "wealthy protector" (Old English origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Edmond and James boy or girl names?

Edmond is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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