James vs Sham

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
Sham Rank #7,495

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #7495 for Sham.

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

Sham ___

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 Sham

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Sham more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Sham at #7495 in the United States.

What do James and Sham mean?

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

Are James and Sham boy or girl names?

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

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