James vs Leviathan

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
Leviathan Rank #2,293

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #2293 for Leviathan.

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

Leviathan ___

  • Leviathan James
  • Leviathan Gray
  • Leviathan Stone
  • Leviathan Reid
  • Leviathan Cole

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Leviathan

Seraphina Titan Zephyr Ravenna Orion

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Leviathan more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Leviathan at #2293 in the United States.

What do James and Leviathan mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Leviathan means "sea monster, coiled serpent" (Hebrew origin).

Are James and Leviathan boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Leviathan is primarily a boy name.

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