James vs Lillie

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
Lillie Rank #683

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #683 for Lillie.

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

Lillie ___

  • Lillie Mae
  • Lillie Rose
  • Lillie Grace
  • Lillie Ann
  • Lillie Jane
  • Lillie Belle

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Lillie

Violet Daisy Iris Jasper Finn

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Lillie more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Lillie at #683 in the United States.

What do James and Lillie mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Lillie means "lily flower, purity" (Latin origin).

Are James and Lillie boy or girl names?

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

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