Edrik vs James

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Edrik

Boy #5,545 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"prosperous ruler"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English Anglo-Saxon Germanic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,545
Total SSA Count
17
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Ed, Rick, Eddie

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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

Edrik Rank #5,545
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #5545 for Edrik.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Edrik ___

  • Edrik James
  • Edrik Thomas
  • Edrik William
  • Edrik Cole
  • Edrik Lane

James ___

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

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Edrik

Aldric Cedric Elspeth Rowan Gareth

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Edrik or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Edrik at #5545 in the United States.

What do Edrik and James mean?

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

Are Edrik and James boy or girl names?

Edrik is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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