James vs Opie

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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Opie

Boy #3,175 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wealthy friend, divine wealth"

Origin: Old English Os- prefix names

Cultural Roots

American British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,175
Total SSA Count
38
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

James Rank #5
Opie Rank #3,175

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #3175 for Opie.

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

Opie ___

  • Opie James
  • Opie Lee
  • Opie Thomas
  • Opie Ray
  • Opie Dale
  • Opie Wayne

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Opie

Barney Otis Andy Ellie Scout

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Opie more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Opie at #3175 in the United States.

What do James and Opie mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Opie means "wealthy friend, divine wealth" (Old English Os- prefix names origin).

Are James and Opie boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Opie is primarily a boy name.

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