James vs Shaddix

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
Shaddix Rank #16,027

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #16027 for Shaddix.

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

Shaddix ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Shaddix

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Shaddix more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Shaddix at #16027 in the United States.

What do James and Shaddix mean?

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

Are James and Shaddix boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Shaddix is primarily a boy name.

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