Holland 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

Holland Rank #602
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #602 for Holland.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Holland ___

  • Holland Grace
  • Holland Mae
  • Holland Rose
  • Holland Reeve
  • Holland James
  • Holland Claire

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 Holland

Scout Wren Sawyer Finn Reeve

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Holland or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Holland at #602 in the United States.

What do Holland and James mean?

Holland means "hollow land, forested land" (Old Dutch origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Holland and James boy or girl names?

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

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