Hayze 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

Hayze Rank #2,179
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #2179 for Hayze.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Hayze ___

  • Hayze James
  • Hayze Cole
  • Hayze River
  • Hayze Lee
  • Hayze Michael
  • Hayze Dean

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 Hayze

Blaze Ember Ryder Skye Piper

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hayze or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Hayze at #2179 in the United States.

What do Hayze and James mean?

Hayze means "from the hazel trees" (English origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Hayze and James boy or girl names?

Hayze is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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