James vs Maize

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
Maize Rank #5,416

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #5416 for Maize.

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

Maize ___

  • Maize River
  • Maize James
  • Maize Elliott
  • Maize Grey
  • Maize Thomas
  • Maize August

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Maize

Rye Sage Wren Scout Birch

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Maize more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Maize at #5416 in the United States.

What do James and Maize mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Maize means "corn, golden grain" (Taino origin).

Are James and Maize boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Maize is primarily a boy name.

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