James vs Knoxlee

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

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Knoxlee

Girl #5,822 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"round-topped hill"

Origin: Old English/Scottish

Cultural Roots

American English Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#5,822
Total SSA Count
21
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Knox, Lee, Knoxie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

James Rank #5
Knoxlee Rank #5,822

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #5822 for Knoxlee.

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

Knoxlee ___

  • Knoxlee Grace
  • Knoxlee Mae
  • Knoxlee Kate
  • Knoxlee Jade
  • Knoxlee Brynn
  • Knoxlee Wren

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Knoxlee

Hendrix Gunner Ledger Presley Kinsley

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Knoxlee more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Knoxlee at #5822 in the United States.

What do James and Knoxlee mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Knoxlee means "round-topped hill" (Old English/Scottish origin).

Are James and Knoxlee boy or girl names?

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

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