James vs Travis

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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Travis

Boy #362 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"crossing, toll bridge operator"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#362
Total SSA Count
914
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Trav

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

James Rank #5
Travis Rank #362

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #362 for Travis.

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

Travis ___

  • Travis James
  • Travis Lee
  • Travis Michael
  • Travis Scott
  • Travis Wayne
  • Travis Allen

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Travis

Cody Mason Brooke Hayley Dylan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Travis more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Travis at #362 in the United States.

What do James and Travis mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Travis means "crossing, toll bridge operator" (Old French origin).

Are James and Travis boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Travis is primarily a boy name.

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