James vs Wah

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
Wah Rank #20,148

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #20148 for Wah.

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

Wah ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Wah

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Wah more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Wah at #20148 in the United States.

What do James and Wah mean?

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

Are James and Wah boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Wah is primarily a boy name.

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