Elise vs James

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Elise

Girl #252 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is my oath"

Origin: Hebrew via French

Cultural Roots

French German Scandinavian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#252
Total SSA Count
1,266
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Eli, Lis

Playground Safety Score

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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

Elise Rank #252
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #252 for Elise.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Elise ___

  • Elise Marie
  • Elise Rose
  • Elise Claire
  • Elise Sophie
  • Elise Grace
  • Elise Renee

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 Elise

Claire Sophie Amelie Jules Henri

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elise or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Elise at #252 in the United States.

What do Elise and James mean?

Elise means "God is my oath" (Hebrew via French origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Elise and James boy or girl names?

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

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