Here is a compilation of the top 100+ of the best baby middle names for James.
A new baby boy is on the way! It can be tough to find middle name suggestions that you feel goes with “James.” Here are 100+ of the best baby middle names for James from a compilation of my postpartum experience, baby name books, and baby name blogs.
You are sure to find some worthy contenders of cute middle names in my list below. I understand that it can be so tough to find a perfect middle name that you feel fits with your first name and your last name. From a classic name to traditional names, and family names there are many great middle names to choose from. I have found the top 100+ baby boy names that can fit your baby James.
James may be a family name for you. It is for us, and goes back several generations. Keeping with family tradition, “James” has been passed down time and time again, along with several nicknames. If you are looking for something to keep it fresh, there are many strong middle names that go well with James, and also many modern and unique names so you can find the perfect combo for you.
Maybe you want to keep James in the family, but can’t land on a good fit with the name. You could also try making the middle name James to give you more options.
100+ of the Best Middle Names for James
Meaning of the Name James
The name James means: Supplanter or Nurtured.
Simmilar names: Jaimes, Jaymes, Jim, Jimi, Jimmie, Jimm, Jimy
Common nicknames for James is “Jim,” “Jimmy,” “Jay,” or “Jack.”
Scripture Verse for the Name James
According to the Name Book, the scripture for James, is Psalm 23:4 KJV, “Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for thou art with me; thy rod and thy staff they comfort me.”
Origin of the Name James
Unlike many names we see from greek origin, James is known as a biblical boy name. It is derived from the biblical latin form iacobus, from Greek Ἰάκωβος Iakobos, and from the Hebrew name yaakov. This latin name and hebrew word in the old testament translate to “Jacob.”
According to Verywell Family, “Because of its connection to Jacob, James is a Biblical name (of hebrew origin).” James is the Hebrew name Jacob. In fact, they mean the exact same thing. It is said that when King James I had the King James version of the Bible written, he had the name “Jacob” in the new testament replaced with James because it was his own name.
Two of Jesus’ apostles are named James in the new testament (but again can be actually translated as Jacob.) One of which was the brother of Jesus.
Due to its Scottish roots, it also has a royal connotation traced back to the 13th century, It became more widely popularized when the Scottish King James VI took over the English throne in the 17th century. The name “James” has many royal connections as it was carried on for quite some time on the English throne (and among Scottish kings) in European history. It also stuck as Europeans migrated to America, as we can see in several early u.s. presidents having “James” in their name.
The name “James” has certainly stood the test of time. James has been a popular boy name for many decades. James ranks in the top ten for almost ten years in a row! It’s not only a commonly chosen first name but also makes the list of popular middle names. James has even become a popular choice as a gender-neutral name, much like “Jamie.”
Famous People Named James
- James Madison, (one of several American presidents with James in the name)
- James Brolin, an American actor
- James Earl Jones, an American actor
- James Patterson, an American author
- James Brown, an American singer and songwriter
- James Taylor, an American singer and songwriter
- James Cameron, film director
- Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds daughters, James
100+ of the Best Middle Names for James
In the following names, I’m sure you will find some of the best middle names for James. I’ve included some old-fashioned names that would fit well with a distinguished first name, but in this list of the top middle names for James, you will also find some modern twists to make a unique name for your baby boy.
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Without further ado, let’s find you the perfect baby name for your little boy.
- James Thomas
- James Alexander
- James Dennis
- James Luke
- James Noel
- James Barrett
- James Owen
- James Henry
- James Ronan
- James Noah
- James William
- James Bailey
- James Graydon
- James Victor
- James Grayson
- James Wyatt
- James Jones
- James Kylar
- James Dewey
- James Burton
- James Daniel
- James Brock
- James Timothy
- James Ethan
- James Aaron
- James Preston
- James Scott
- James Arthur
- James Anthony
- James Paul
- James Quinnon
- James Brayden
- James Brian
- James Boston
- James Clark
- James Shepard
- James Crosby
- James Breckon
- James Stefan
- James Van
- James Fisher
- James Korbin
- James Kellen
- James Colton
- James Allen
- James Madden
- James Brody
- James Wessen
- James Bryant
- James Dash
- James Riggs
- James Matthew
- James Devon
- James Jagger
- James Hugh
- James Orlando
- James Titan
- James Mark
- James Legacy
- James Aidan
- James Jaxson
- James Bruno
- James Michael
- James Trenton
- James Ander
- James Shawn
- James Chase
- James Taylor
- James Justice
- James Cayson
- James Clay
- James Axel
- James Nicholas
- James Lawrence
- James Dorian
- James Phillip
- James Bodie
- James Denver
- James Wells
- James Deacon
- James Conner
- James Trevor
- James Ford
- James Grady
- James Lincoln
- James Donovan
- James Oakle
- James Garrett
- James Wilder
- James Sterling
- James Tanner
- James Bradley
- James Emerson
- James Daxton
- James Tobias
- James Cash
- James Holden
- James Nash
- James Hayes
- James Patrick
- James Dawson
- James Arlo
- James Finn
- James Gideon
- James Kingston
100+ of the Best Middle Names for James
Do you have a favorite that I didn’t list? I would love to hear your choice in the comments. Hopefully, you found some options you loved that made the compilation.
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