James vs Pajtim

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
Pajtim Rank #6,689

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #6689 for Pajtim.

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

Pajtim ___

  • Pajtim Arben
  • Pajtim Besmir
  • Pajtim Liridon
  • Pajtim Agim
  • Pajtim Besnik
  • Pajtim Ardian

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Pajtim

Artan Besmir Fjolla Drita Arlind

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Pajtim more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Pajtim at #6689 in the United States.

What do James and Pajtim mean?

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

Are James and Pajtim boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Pajtim is primarily a boy name.

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