James vs Maris

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
Maris Rank #3,455

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #3455 for Maris.

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

Maris ___

  • Maris Jane
  • Maris Louise
  • Maris Claire
  • Maris Elise
  • Maris June
  • Maris Wren

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Maris

Iris Phoebe Felix Caspian Coral

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Maris more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Maris at #3455 in the United States.

What do James and Maris mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Maris means "of the sea" (Latin origin).

Are James and Maris boy or girl names?

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

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