Elisabeth 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

Elisabeth Rank #906
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #906 for Elisabeth.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Elisabeth ___

  • Elisabeth Anne
  • Elisabeth Grace
  • Elisabeth Marie
  • Elisabeth Rose
  • Elisabeth Claire
  • Elisabeth Jane

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 Elisabeth

Charlotte Eleanor Josephine Margaret Heinrich

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elisabeth or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Elisabeth at #906 in the United States.

What do Elisabeth and James mean?

Elisabeth means "pledged to God" (Biblical Hebrew origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Elisabeth and James boy or girl names?

Elisabeth is primarily a girl name. James is primarily a boy name.

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