James vs Paz

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
Paz Rank #6,147

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #6147 for Paz.

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

Paz ___

  • Paz Elena
  • Paz Maria
  • Paz Sofia
  • Paz Luz
  • Paz Victoria

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Paz

Luna Sol Alma Mateo Diego

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Paz more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Paz at #6147 in the United States.

What do James and Paz mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Paz means "peace" (Latin via Spanish origin).

Are James and Paz boy or girl names?

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

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