James vs Reva

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

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Reva

Girl #2,717 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"rain, divine blessing"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Jewish Indian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,717
Total SSA Count
63
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Rev

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

James Rank #5
Reva Rank #2,717

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #2717 for Reva.

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

Reva ___

  • Reva Rose
  • Reva Marie
  • Reva Jane
  • Reva Claire
  • Reva Anne
  • Reva Pearl

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Reva

Ezra Naomi Arlo Delia Sol

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Reva more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Reva at #2717 in the United States.

What do James and Reva mean?

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

Are James and Reva boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Reva is primarily a girl name.

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