Hoye 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

Hoye Rank #13,978
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #13978 for Hoye.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Hoye ___

No pairings available yet.

James ___

  • James Alexander
  • James William
  • James Thomas
  • James Edward
  • James Henry
  • James Patrick

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Hoye

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If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hoye or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Hoye at #13978 in the United States.

What do Hoye and James mean?

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

Are Hoye and James boy or girl names?

Hoye is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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