James vs Loomis

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
Loomis Rank #35,842

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #35842 for Loomis.

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

Loomis ___

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 Loomis

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Loomis more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Loomis at #35842 in the United States.

What do James and Loomis mean?

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

Are James and Loomis boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Loomis is primarily a boy name.

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