Emias 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

Emias Rank #6,456
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #6456 for Emias.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Emias ___

  • Emias John
  • Emias James
  • Emias Thomas
  • Emias Alexander
  • Emias Luke
  • Emias Samuel

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 Emias

Lyra Caspian Thea Orion Isolde

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emias or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Emias at #6456 in the United States.

What do Emias and James mean?

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

Are Emias and James boy or girl names?

Emias is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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