James vs Kyser

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
Kyser Rank #4,945

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #4945 for Kyser.

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

Kyser ___

  • Kyser James
  • Kyser Lee
  • Kyser Cole
  • Kyser Wayne
  • Kyser Scott

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Kyser

Ryker Maverick Hendrix Knox Ryder

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Kyser more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Kyser at #4945 in the United States.

What do James and Kyser mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Kyser means "emperor, ruler" (Latin via German origin).

Are James and Kyser boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Kyser is primarily a boy name.

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