James vs Landon

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
Landon Rank #106

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #106 for Landon.

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

Landon ___

  • Landon James
  • Landon Cole
  • Landon Michael
  • Landon Thomas
  • Landon Reed
  • Landon Hayes

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Landon

Easton Grayson Addison Peyton Camden

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Landon more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Landon at #106 in the United States.

What do James and Landon mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Landon means "from the long ridge" (Old English origin).

Are James and Landon boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Landon is primarily a boy name.

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