James vs Shae

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
Shae Rank #2,150

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #2150 for Shae.

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

Shae ___

  • Shae Lynn
  • Shae Marie
  • Shae Anne
  • Shae Nicole
  • Shae Renee
  • Shae Rose

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Shae

Brennan Quinn Rowan Fiona Declan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Shae more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Shae at #2150 in the United States.

What do James and Shae mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Shae means "hawk-like" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are James and Shae boy or girl names?

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

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