James vs Seeley

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
Seeley Rank #6,214

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #6214 for Seeley.

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

Seeley ___

  • Seeley James
  • Seeley Thomas
  • Seeley William
  • Seeley Michael
  • Seeley Cole
  • Seeley Dean

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Seeley

Keeley Riley Finley Harley Brody

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Seeley more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Seeley at #6214 in the United States.

What do James and Seeley mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Seeley means "blessed, happy" (Old English origin).

Are James and Seeley boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Seeley is primarily a boy name.

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