James vs Raymond

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
Raymond Rank #380

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #380 for Raymond.

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

Raymond ___

  • Raymond James
  • Raymond Allen
  • Raymond Charles
  • Raymond Eugene
  • Raymond William
  • Raymond Thomas

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Raymond

Dorothy Gloria Helen Walter Donald

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Raymond more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Raymond at #380 in the United States.

What do James and Raymond mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Raymond means "wise protector" (Germanic origin).

Are James and Raymond boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Raymond is primarily a boy name.

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