James vs Shou

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
Shou Rank #34,854

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #34854 for Shou.

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

Shou ___

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 Shou

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Shou more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Shou at #34854 in the United States.

What do James and Shou mean?

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

Are James and Shou boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Shou is primarily a boy name.

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