James vs Rosemary

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
Rosemary Rank #302

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #302 for Rosemary.

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

Rosemary ___

  • Rosemary Rosemary Jane
  • Rosemary Rosemary Claire
  • Rosemary Rosemary Elise
  • Rosemary Rosemary June
  • Rosemary Rosemary Pearl

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Rosemary

Violet Iris Margaret Eleanor Theodore

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Rosemary more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Rosemary at #302 in the United States.

What do James and Rosemary mean?

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

Are James and Rosemary boy or girl names?

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

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