Florence 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

Florence Rank #435
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #435 for Florence.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Florence ___

  • Florence Grace
  • Florence Rose
  • Florence Mae
  • Florence Elizabeth
  • Florence Jean
  • Florence Alice

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 Florence

Beatrice Cecily Harriet Percy Rupert

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Florence or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Florence at #435 in the United States.

What do Florence and James mean?

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

Are Florence and James boy or girl names?

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

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