James vs Maci

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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Maci

Girl #790 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"weapon, mace"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#790
Total SSA Count
356
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Mac

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

James Rank #5
Maci Rank #790

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #790 for Maci.

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

Maci ___

  • Maci Grace
  • Maci Lynn
  • Maci Rose
  • Maci Marie
  • Maci Dawn
  • Maci Skye

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Maci

Kylie Brynn Hayden Tyler Logan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Maci more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Maci at #790 in the United States.

What do James and Maci mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Maci means "weapon, mace" (Old French origin).

Are James and Maci boy or girl names?

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

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