James as a Male Name
James is most commonly a boy's name.
Parents choosing James for a boy get a name with a clear Hebrew (via Latin/Greek) heritage and a well-established boy's usage. The name James means “supplanter” and is of Hebrew (via Latin/Greek) origin. Closely related male forms and variants include Jacob, Jaime, Jacques, Jamie, Iago.
For the full etymology, history and popularity of James across all genders, see the complete James name meaning.
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Is James a boy's name?+
James is most commonly a boy's name. It means “supplanter” and is of Hebrew (via Latin/Greek) origin.
What does James mean?+
James means “supplanter” and originates from Hebrew (via Latin/Greek).