Emanuell 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

Emanuell Rank #35,138
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #35138 for Emanuell.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Emanuell ___

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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 Emanuell or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Emanuell at #35138 in the United States.

What do Emanuell and James mean?

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

Are Emanuell and James boy or girl names?

Emanuell is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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