James vs Tyce

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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Tyce

Boy #2,037 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"firebrand, burning torch"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,037
Total SSA Count
75
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Ty

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

James Rank #5
Tyce Rank #2,037

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #2037 for Tyce.

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

Tyce ___

  • Tyce James
  • Tyce Lee
  • Tyce Cole
  • Tyce Dean
  • Tyce Reed
  • Tyce Brooks

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Tyce

Bryce Ryker Jace Zane Piper

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Tyce more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Tyce at #2037 in the United States.

What do James and Tyce mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Tyce means "firebrand, burning torch" (Old French origin).

Are James and Tyce boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Tyce is primarily a boy name.

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