James vs Laurell

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
Laurell Rank #31,886

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #31886 for Laurell.

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

Laurell ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Laurell

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Laurell more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Laurell at #31886 in the United States.

What do James and Laurell mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are James and Laurell boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Laurell is primarily a boy name.

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