James vs Pryce

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

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Pryce

Boy #2,715 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"son of Rhys, ardor and enthusiasm"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,715
Total SSA Count
48
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Pry, Prie, Prykins

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

James Rank #5
Pryce Rank #2,715

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #2715 for Pryce.

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

Pryce ___

  • Pryce James
  • Pryce Thomas
  • Pryce Owen
  • Pryce Evan
  • Pryce Rhys
  • Pryce Lee

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Pryce

Rhys Bryce Owen Evan Emrys

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Pryce more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Pryce at #2715 in the United States.

What do James and Pryce mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Pryce means "son of Rhys, ardor and enthusiasm" (Welsh origin).

Are James and Pryce boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Pryce is primarily a boy name.

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