Exodus 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

Exodus Rank #2,585
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #2585 for Exodus.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Exodus ___

  • Exodus James
  • Exodus Michael
  • Exodus Elijah
  • Exodus Isaiah
  • Exodus Zion
  • Exodus David

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 Exodus

Genesis Zion Elijah Israel Leviticus

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Exodus or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Exodus at #2585 in the United States.

What do Exodus and James mean?

Exodus means "departure, going out" (Greek origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Exodus and James boy or girl names?

Exodus is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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