Jacques 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

Jacques Rank #2,375
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #2375 for Jacques.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Jacques ___

  • Jacques Henri
  • Jacques Pierre
  • Jacques Louis
  • Jacques François
  • Jacques André
  • Jacques Émile

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 Jacques

Pierre Henri Amélie Colette Isabelle

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jacques or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Jacques at #2375 in the United States.

What do Jacques and James mean?

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

Are Jacques and James boy or girl names?

Jacques is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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