Eris 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

Eris Rank #1,653
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #1653 for Eris.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Eris ___

  • Eris Jade
  • Eris Nova
  • Eris Soleil
  • Eris Mae
  • Eris Wren
  • Eris Celeste

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 Eris

Athena Iris Calliope Orion Apollo

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Eris or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Eris at #1653 in the United States.

What do Eris and James mean?

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

Are Eris and James boy or girl names?

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

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