James vs Orman

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
Orman Rank #14,239

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #14239 for Orman.

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

Orman ___

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 Orman

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Orman more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Orman at #14239 in the United States.

What do James and Orman mean?

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

Are James and Orman boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Orman is primarily a boy name.

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