James vs Kace

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

James Rank #5
Kace Rank #1,000

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #1000 for Kace.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

James ___

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

Kace ___

  • Kace James
  • Kace Lee
  • Kace Michael
  • Kace Allen
  • Kace River
  • Kace Grey

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Kace

Jaxon Ryker Brody Zoe Hadley

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Kace more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Kace at #1000 in the United States.

What do James and Kace mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Kace means "brave in battle" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are James and Kace boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Kace is primarily a boy name.

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