James
Boy NameHebrew
Meaning
Supplanter
Origin
Hebrew
Peak Year
1944
Peak Popularity
5.54%
Popularity Over Time
1880
5.01%
1890
4.26%
1900
4.47%
1910
4.41%
1920
4.35%
1930
4.78%
1940
5.27%
1950
4.73%
1960
3.55%
1970
3.24%
1980
2.12%
1990
1.50%
2000
0.86%
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does James mean?
James means "Supplanter" and comes from Hebrew origin.
When was James most popular?
James was most popular in 1944 when 5.54% of babies were given this name.
Is James a boy or girl name?
James is primarily used as a boy name.