Graciela 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

Graciela Rank #1,941
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #1941 for Graciela.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Graciela ___

  • Graciela Maria
  • Graciela Rose
  • Graciela Isabel
  • Graciela Elena
  • Graciela Sofia
  • Graciela Luz

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 Graciela

Isabella Lucia Mateo Sebastian Valentina

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Graciela or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Graciela at #1941 in the United States.

What do Graciela and James mean?

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

Are Graciela and James boy or girl names?

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

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