James vs Marx

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
Marx Rank #10,227

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #10227 for Marx.

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

Marx ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Marx

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Marx more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Marx at #10227 in the United States.

What do James and Marx mean?

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

Are James and Marx boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Marx is primarily a boy name.

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