James vs Meadow

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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Meadow

Girl #325 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"grassy field, open pasture"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#325
Total SSA Count
946
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Mea, Maddie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

James Rank #5
Meadow Rank #325

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #325 for Meadow.

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

Meadow ___

  • Meadow Rose
  • Meadow Dawn
  • Meadow Jane
  • Meadow Sage
  • Meadow Claire

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Meadow

Willow River Briar Forest Heath

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Meadow more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Meadow at #325 in the United States.

What do James and Meadow mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Meadow means "grassy field, open pasture" (Old English origin).

Are James and Meadow boy or girl names?

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

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