James vs Rook

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
Rook Rank #2,371

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #2371 for Rook.

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

Rook ___

  • Rook James
  • Rook Alexander
  • Rook William
  • Rook Harrison
  • Rook Everett
  • Rook Oliver

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Rook

Ace Finn Blaze Wren Lux

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Rook more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Rook at #2371 in the United States.

What do James and Rook mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Rook means "a crow-like black bird" (Old Norse origin).

Are James and Rook boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Rook is primarily a boy name.

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