Ike 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

Ike Rank #2,970
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #2970 for Ike.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ike ___

  • Ike Thomas
  • Ike Robert
  • Ike Edward
  • Ike James
  • Ike William
  • Ike Alan

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 Ike

Jake Luke Nate Mae Ruth

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ike or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Ike at #2970 in the United States.

What do Ike and James mean?

Ike means "short form of Isaac" (Hebrew origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ike and James boy or girl names?

Ike is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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