James vs Victory

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
Victory Rank #3,818

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #3818 for Victory.

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

Victory ___

  • Victory Grace
  • Victory Rose
  • Victory Joy
  • Victory Mae
  • Victory Anne
  • Victory Faith

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Victory

Honor Justice True Glory Felix

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Victory more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Victory at #3818 in the United States.

What do James and Victory mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Victory means "triumph, success in struggle" (Latin origin).

Are James and Victory boy or girl names?

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

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