James vs Love

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

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Love

Girl #846 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"deep affection, devotion"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American Scandinavian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#846
Total SSA Count
319
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

James Rank #5
Love Rank #846

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #846 for Love.

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

Love ___

  • Love Grace
  • Love Anne
  • Love Marie
  • Love Elise
  • Love Alexandra
  • Love Sophia

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Love

Hope Joy Faith Sage River

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Love more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Love at #846 in the United States.

What do James and Love mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Love means "deep affection, devotion" (Old English origin).

Are James and Love boy or girl names?

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

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