James vs Mabel

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
Mabel Rank #222

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #222 for Mabel.

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

Mabel ___

  • Mabel Rose
  • Mabel Jane
  • Mabel Grace
  • Mabel June
  • Mabel Pearl
  • Mabel Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Mabel

Hazel Florence Walter Ernest Edith

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Mabel more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Mabel at #222 in the United States.

What do James and Mabel mean?

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

Are James and Mabel boy or girl names?

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

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