Hana 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

Hana Rank #708
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #708 for Hana.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Hana ___

  • Hana Rose
  • Hana Mae
  • Hana Jane
  • Hana Claire
  • Hana Lee
  • Hana Sky

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 Hana

Mika Sora Kenji Riku Mei

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hana or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Hana at #708 in the United States.

What do Hana and James mean?

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

Are Hana and James boy or girl names?

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

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