James vs Winsley

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
Winsley Rank #3,381

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #3381 for Winsley.

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

Winsley ___

  • Winsley Rose
  • Winsley Grace
  • Winsley Marie
  • Winsley Kate
  • Winsley Jane

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Winsley

Hadley Paisley Finley Bexley Kinsley

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Winsley more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Winsley at #3381 in the United States.

What do James and Winsley mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Winsley means "Wynns meadow or clearing" (Old English origin).

Are James and Winsley boy or girl names?

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

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