James vs Marlys

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
Marlys Rank #39,128

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #39128 for Marlys.

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

Marlys ___

  • Marlys James
  • Marlys Eugene
  • Marlys Lee
  • Marlys Wayne

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Marlys

Darlis Karlis Mervis Norris

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Marlys more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Marlys at #39128 in the United States.

What do James and Marlys mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Marlys means "Famous warrior" (Germanic origin).

Are James and Marlys boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Marlys is primarily a boy name.

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