James vs Revelation

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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Revelation

Boy #24,441 Most Popular 5 Syllables

Meaning

"divine disclosure, uncovering of truth"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

African-American Caribbean Christian communities

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#24,441
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
5
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Rev, Revel, Lev

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Popularity Comparison

James Rank #5
Revelation Rank #24,441

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #24441 for Revelation.

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

Revelation ___

  • Revelation James
  • Revelation Isaiah
  • Revelation Moses
  • Revelation Solomon
  • Revelation David

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Revelation

Genesis Covenant Zion Mercy Blessing

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Revelation more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Revelation at #24441 in the United States.

What do James and Revelation mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Revelation means "divine disclosure, uncovering of truth" (Latin origin).

Are James and Revelation boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Revelation is primarily a boy name.

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