James vs Mattie

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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Mattie

Girl #1,057 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"gift of God"

Origin: Hebrew (Matthew root)

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,057
Total SSA Count
235
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Matt, Mat

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

James Rank #5
Mattie Rank #1,057

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #1057 for Mattie.

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

Mattie ___

  • Mattie Jo
  • Mattie Lee
  • Mattie Grace
  • Mattie Belle
  • Mattie Ray
  • Mattie Rose

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Mattie

Hattie Rosie Nellie Ellie Archie

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Mattie more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Mattie at #1057 in the United States.

What do James and Mattie mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Mattie means "gift of God" (Hebrew (Matthew root) origin).

Are James and Mattie boy or girl names?

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

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