James vs Kaidence

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
Kaidence Rank #4,353

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #4353 for Kaidence.

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

Kaidence ___

  • Kaidence Grace
  • Kaidence Rose
  • Kaidence Lee
  • Kaidence Marie
  • Kaidence Jane
  • Kaidence Elise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Kaidence

Rylee Brinley Jaxon Zayden Paisley

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Kaidence more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Kaidence at #4353 in the United States.

What do James and Kaidence mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Kaidence means "rhythm, musical flow, falling" (Latin origin).

Are James and Kaidence boy or girl names?

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

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