Gem 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
Full profile for James →

Popularity Comparison

Gem Rank #33,415
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #33415 for Gem.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Gem ___

No pairings available yet.

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 Gem

No sibling data available yet.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

Which Name Fits Your Family?

Answer 3 quick questions and we'll help you decide.

1. Which style feels more like your family?

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gem or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Gem at #33415 in the United States.

What do Gem and James mean?

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

Are Gem and James boy or girl names?

Gem is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

More Comparisons

James vs Gem Gem vs Enkidu Gem vs Fable Gem vs Jorma Gem vs Gertrude
← Full profile: Gem ← Full profile: James Browse all baby names