James

/jaymz/

boy

Hebrew

Very common

short

Meaning

supplanter

At a glance

Origin: Hebrew
Gender: boy
Syllables: 2
Popularity: Very common
Baby-safe: Yes

Cultural notes

James is a classic and widely popular name with biblical roots, being the English form of the Late Latin Iacobus, which itself derived from the Greek Iakobos and the Hebrew name Ya'aqov (Jacob). It has been borne by several kings, saints, and famous figures throughout history.