Genesis vs James

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Genesis

Girl #55 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"birth, generation, coming into being"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

English Latin American American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#55
Total SSA Count
3,835
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Gen, Genny

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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

Genesis Rank #55
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #55 for Genesis.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Genesis ___

  • Genesis Rose
  • Genesis Marie
  • Genesis Grace
  • Genesis Faith
  • Genesis Hope
  • Genesis Renee

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 Genesis

Eden Zion Elijah Trinity Harmony

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Genesis or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Genesis at #55 in the United States.

What do Genesis and James mean?

Genesis means "birth, generation, coming into being" (Greek origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Genesis and James boy or girl names?

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

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