James vs Keller

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
Keller Rank #1,626

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #1626 for Keller.

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

Keller ___

  • Keller James
  • Keller Reid
  • Keller Thomas
  • Keller Grant
  • Keller Hugh
  • Keller Brooks

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Keller

Harper Beckett Sloane Griffin Rowan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Keller more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Keller at #1626 in the United States.

What do James and Keller mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Keller means "cellar keeper, wine steward" (German origin).

Are James and Keller boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Keller is primarily a boy name.

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