James vs Rush

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
Rush Rank #1,496

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #1496 for Rush.

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

Rush ___

  • Rush James
  • Rush Alexander
  • Rush William
  • Rush Thomas
  • Rush Henry
  • Rush Cole

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Rush

Dash Brooks Sloane Hunter Remy

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Rush more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Rush at #1496 in the United States.

What do James and Rush mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Rush means "rush plant (marsh grass)" (Old English origin).

Are James and Rush boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Rush is primarily a boy name.

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