James vs Mace

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
Mace Rank #2,832

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #2832 for Mace.

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

Mace ___

  • Mace William
  • Mace James
  • Mace Alexander
  • Mace Thomas
  • Mace Edward
  • Mace Harrison

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Mace

Ace Crew Knox Blaze Wren

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Mace more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Mace at #2832 in the United States.

What do James and Mace mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Mace means "heavy club weapon" (Old French origin).

Are James and Mace boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Mace is primarily a boy name.

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