James vs Vesper

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
Vesper Rank #2,776

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #2776 for Vesper.

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

Vesper ___

  • Vesper Rose
  • Vesper Leigh
  • Vesper Mae
  • Vesper Claire
  • Vesper Jane
  • Vesper Elise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Vesper

Orion Casper Luna Celeste Lyra

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Vesper more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Vesper at #2776 in the United States.

What do James and Vesper mean?

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

Are James and Vesper boy or girl names?

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

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