James vs Tymber

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

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Tymber

Girl #6,429 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"Wood prepared for building"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American Canadian Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,429
Total SSA Count
19
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Tym, Ty

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

James Rank #5
Tymber Rank #6,429

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #6429 for Tymber.

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

Tymber ___

  • Tymber Rose
  • Tymber Grace
  • Tymber Jade
  • Tymber Marie
  • Tymber Elise
  • Tymber June

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Tymber

River Aspen Hazel Willow Stone

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Tymber more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Tymber at #6429 in the United States.

What do James and Tymber mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Tymber means "Wood prepared for building" (Old English origin).

Are James and Tymber boy or girl names?

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

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