James vs Rayshan

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
Rayshan Rank #30,470

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #30470 for Rayshan.

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

Rayshan ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Rayshan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Rayshan more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Rayshan at #30470 in the United States.

What do James and Rayshan mean?

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

Are James and Rayshan boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Rayshan is primarily a boy name.

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