James vs Royce

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
Royce Rank #463

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #463 for Royce.

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

Royce ___

  • Royce James
  • Royce William
  • Royce Alexander
  • Royce Edward
  • Royce Michael
  • Royce Thomas

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Royce

Reed Brooks Greyson Audrey Charlotte

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Royce more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Royce at #463 in the United States.

What do James and Royce mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Royce means "son of the king" (Old French via English origin).

Are James and Royce boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Royce is primarily a boy name.

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