Hera 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

Hera Rank #2,783
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #2783 for Hera.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Hera ___

  • Hera Grace
  • Hera Athena
  • Hera Rose
  • Hera Quinn
  • Hera Elise
  • Hera Minerva

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 Hera

Apollo Athena Zeus Artemis Perseus

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hera or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Hera at #2783 in the United States.

What do Hera and James mean?

Hera means "protectress, lady" (Greek origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Hera and James boy or girl names?

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

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