Ivey 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

Ivey Rank #788
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #788 for Ivey.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Ivey ___

  • Ivey Rose
  • Ivey Mae
  • Ivey June
  • Ivey Claire
  • Ivey Grace
  • Ivey Belle

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 Ivey

Violet Willow Hazel Finn Silas

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ivey or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Ivey at #788 in the United States.

What do Ivey and James mean?

Ivey means "ivy plant, climbing vine" (Old English origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Ivey and James boy or girl names?

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

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