James vs Psalm

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
Psalm Rank #1,172

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #1172 for Psalm.

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

Psalm ___

  • Psalm Isaiah
  • Psalm David
  • Psalm Grace
  • Psalm Emmanuel
  • Psalm Elijah
  • Psalm Zion

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Psalm

Saint True North Genesis Zion

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Psalm more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Psalm at #1172 in the United States.

What do James and Psalm mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Psalm means "sacred song, hymn" (Greek origin).

Are James and Psalm boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Psalm is primarily a boy name.

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