James

James is derived from the Hebrew name Ya'aqov, meaning "supplanter" or "holder of the heel." It has been a popular name throughout history.

Notable Namesakes

• James Dean - Actor known for "Rebel Without a Cause."
• James Franco - Actor, director, and producer.
• James Brown - "Godfather of Soul" and influential musician.
• James Cameron - Director of "Titanic" and "Avatar."
• James Patterson - Bestselling author of thriller novels.
• James Harden - NBA basketball player, known for scoring ability.
• James Hetfield - Lead vocalist of Metallica.
• James Corden - Actor and host of "The Late Late Show."
• James Earl Jones - Actor known for voice work.
• James Taylor - Singer-songwriter and guitarist.

Complementary Names / Brothers

Boy names closely related to James

Complementary Names / Sisters

Girl names closely related to James

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to James