James vs Lux

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
Lux Rank #1,225

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #1225 for Lux.

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

Lux ___

  • Lux James
  • Lux Oliver
  • Lux Finn
  • Lux Henry
  • Lux August
  • Lux Sebastian

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Lux

Sol Rex Nova Orion Cleo

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Lux more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Lux at #1225 in the United States.

What do James and Lux mean?

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

Are James and Lux boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Lux is primarily a boy name.

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