Eiven 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

Eiven Rank #8,564
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #8564 for Eiven.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Eiven ___

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 James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eiven or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Eiven at #8564 in the United States.

What do Eiven and James mean?

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

Are Eiven and James boy or girl names?

Eiven is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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