James vs Leann

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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Leann

Girl #3,759 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gracious meadow"

Origin: English/Hebrew compound

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,759
Total SSA Count
40
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Lee, Annie, Ann

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

James Rank #5
Leann Rank #3,759

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #3759 for Leann.

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

Leann ___

  • Leann Marie
  • Leann Grace
  • Leann Nicole
  • Leann Renee
  • Leann Michelle
  • Leann Kay

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Leann

Crystal Tammy Misty Todd Brad

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Leann more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Leann at #3759 in the United States.

What do James and Leann mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Leann means "gracious meadow" (English/Hebrew compound origin).

Are James and Leann boy or girl names?

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

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