NAME PROFILE
James
James is a classic name of Hebrew origin meaning 'supplanter' or 'one who follows.' It carries a sense of tradition and strength, often associated with leadership and reliability.
Key Stats
| Total births | 5,274,520 |
| Gender | Male (96% / 4%) |
| Peak year | 1947 |
| Peak generation | Boomer |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
TX — 21%NY — 20%PA — 20%NC — 20%IL — 19%
Notable People
James Dean (Actor, *Rebel Without a Cause*) · James Bond (Fictional character in Ian Fleming's novels) · James Cameron (Filmmaker, *Avatar*) · James Earl Jones (Actor, known for voice of Darth Vader) · James Franco (Actor, *127 Hours*)
Nicknames & Diminutives
JimJimmy
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