James vs Rayce

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
Rayce Rank #4,787

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #4787 for Rayce.

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

Rayce ___

  • Rayce James
  • Rayce Michael
  • Rayce Alexander
  • Rayce Thomas
  • Rayce William
  • Rayce Edward

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Rayce

Blayne Zayden Cayden Jaxon Skylar

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Rayce more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Rayce at #4787 in the United States.

What do James and Rayce mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Rayce means "ray of light, counsel" (Old English origin).

Are James and Rayce boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Rayce is primarily a boy name.

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