Edric vs James

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edric

Boy #2,110 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"prosperous ruler"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Anglo-Saxon Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,110
Total SSA Count
71
Syllables
2
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Ed, Rick

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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

Edric Rank #2,110
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #2110 for Edric.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Edric ___

  • Edric James
  • Edric Cole
  • Edric Thorne
  • Edric Valor
  • Edric Ambrose
  • Edric Sterling

James ___

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

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Aldric Cedric Isolde Rowena Aldous

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Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edric or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Edric at #2110 in the United States.

What do Edric and James mean?

Edric means "prosperous ruler" (Old English origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Edric and James boy or girl names?

Edric is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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