James vs Mack

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
Mack Rank #499

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #499 for Mack.

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

Mack ___

  • Mack James
  • Mack William
  • Mack Henry
  • Mack Thomas
  • Mack Edward
  • Mack Owen

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Mack

Jack Quinn Finn Nora Isla

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Mack more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Mack at #499 in the United States.

What do James and Mack mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Mack means "son of" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are James and Mack boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Mack is primarily a boy name.

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