Geneva vs James

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Geneva

Girl #1,604 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"woman of the tribe"

Origin: Gaulish Celtic

Cultural Roots

American English French Swiss

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,604
Total SSA Count
130
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Gen, Genny, Eva

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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

Geneva Rank #1,604
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #1604 for Geneva.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Geneva ___

  • Geneva Rose
  • Geneva Claire
  • Geneva Louise
  • Geneva Marie
  • Geneva Anne
  • Geneva Grace

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 Geneva

Cecily Annabel Fletcher Edmund Sylvia

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Geneva or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Geneva at #1604 in the United States.

What do Geneva and James mean?

Geneva means "woman of the tribe" (Gaulish Celtic origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Geneva and James boy or girl names?

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

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