James vs Radley

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
Radley Rank #1,584

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #1584 for Radley.

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

Radley ___

  • Radley James
  • Radley Cole
  • Radley Lee
  • Radley Grant
  • Radley Blake
  • Radley Thomas

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Radley

Atticus Finley Blythe Harper Scout

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Radley more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Radley at #1584 in the United States.

What do James and Radley mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Radley means "from Radley (red clearing)" (Old English origin).

Are James and Radley boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Radley is primarily a boy name.

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