James vs Leora

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

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Leora

Girl #1,528 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"my light"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Jewish English Israeli

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,528
Total SSA Count
140
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Lee, Lea, Ora

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

James Rank #5
Leora Rank #1,528

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #1528 for Leora.

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

Leora ___

  • Leora Grace
  • Leora Ruth
  • Leora Eve
  • Leora Belle
  • Leora Mae
  • Leora Rose

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Leora

Naomi Miriam Solomon Eli Esther

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Leora more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Leora at #1528 in the United States.

What do James and Leora mean?

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

Are James and Leora boy or girl names?

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

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