James vs Maryann

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

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Maryann

Girl #2,222 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"sea of grace, beloved grace"

Origin: Hebrew (compound)

Cultural Roots

English American Catholic Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,222
Total SSA Count
85
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Mary, Ann, Mimi

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

James Rank #5
Maryann Rank #2,222

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #2222 for Maryann.

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

Maryann ___

  • Maryann Louise
  • Maryann Elizabeth
  • Maryann Grace
  • Maryann Catherine
  • Maryann Rose
  • Maryann Jane

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Maryann

Dorothy Ruth Patricia Frances Helen

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Maryann more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Maryann at #2222 in the United States.

What do James and Maryann mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Maryann means "sea of grace, beloved grace" (Hebrew (compound) origin).

Are James and Maryann boy or girl names?

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

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