Can a girl be named James?

James Origin and Meaning
James for a girl? Believe it or not, this is one of the boy names for girls" gaining a lot of attention these days, since Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds shocked the world by choosing it for their eldest daughter in 2014 (after his late father).
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How many girls were named James?

James was the 6th most popular boys name and 2634th most popular girls name. In 2020 there were 12,250 baby boys and only 63 baby girls named James. 1 out of every 150 baby boys and 1 out of every 27,794 baby girls born in 2020 are named James.
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Can a girl have James as middle name?

Gender-neutral names for girls

"The boys' name James has become a popular middle name for girls and started a trend for traditional masculine names in the middle," Redmond explained. "This might be a way to honor a male relative or hero in your daughter's name without 'feminizing' it."
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Can James be unisex?

Whether the it is for a boy or a girl, James is a great name for parents who want a classic title for their child. So, let's learn more about this gender neutral name. James originates from the Hebrew name Jacob.
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How common is James for a girl?

Especially given the nickname option Jamie, James for a girl seems likely to catch on. In 2017, 77 girls were given the name. But by 2018, that was back down to 44.
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Who has a girl called James?

James has been big in the middle spot for girls for years. Sean Combs has a daughter called Jessie James, born back in 2006. More recently, Jessica Capshaw welcomed Poppy James, Jennifer Love Hewitt went with Autumn James, and James Marsden's daughter wears one of my favorite combinations, Mary James.
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What's the best middle name for a girl?

Here are 100 of the most popular three- and four-syllable middle names for girls to help you on your naming quest:
  • Sophia.
  • Susanna.
  • Tabitha.
  • Trinity.
  • Victoria.
  • Violet.
  • Waverly.
  • Winona.
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What is the female version of Thomas?

Gender: Thomas is traditionally the masculine form of the name. Thomasine, Thomasina, and Tamsin have been used as feminine variations.
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What James means?

James is a classic, traditional and Biblical name (Saint James, of course, was one of Jesus' 12 apostles) meaning "supplanter" or "replacer." It's derived from the Latin Jacomus which also means "may God protect."
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Is James a good name?

James is one of the classic Anglo-Saxon names, a stalwart through the ages that is more popular—and yes, stylish—than ever today. It recently came out Number 1 in a poll of America's favorite boys' baby names. James is also among the most classic authentically English names for boys.
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What is a rare name for a girl?

Unusual baby girl names
  • Ione - Greek, meaning 'violet'. ...
  • Ophelia - Greek, meaning 'help'. ...
  • Axelle - Greek, meaning 'father of peace'. ...
  • Winona - Indian, meaning 'first-born daughter'. ...
  • Zosia - Greek, meaning 'wisdom'. ...
  • Africa - Celtic, meaning 'pleasant', as well as the name of the continent.
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What are cute double names?

14 Double Baby Names That Are Too Cute for Words
  • Sarah Blanche. Meaning: “Princess” and “fair.” Not a bad combo.
  • John Preston. Meaning: “Gracious” and “from a spiritual place.” (Plus, a nod to Sex and the City's Mr. ...
  • Anna Grace. ...
  • Mary Kate. ...
  • Jack Wyatt. ...
  • Emma Reese. ...
  • Roy Lee. ...
  • Katie Belle.
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How do I name my baby girl?

The Latest List of Top 1,000 Baby Girl Names
  1. Olivia.
  2. Emma.
  3. Charlotte.
  4. Amelia.
  5. Ava.
  6. Sophia.
  7. Isabella.
  8. Mia.
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What name means gift from God?

Mikelle – or Mikell, meaning "a gift from God."
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What is a meaningful name for a girl?

Gabriella: Hebrew — Devoted to God. Grace: Latin: Goodness; generosity. Hannah: Hebrew — Favor; grace of God. Isabelle: Hebrew — God is my strength; devoted to God.
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What is a unique boy name?

The following are the trendiest unique names for boys in the United States in 2020:
  • Sebastian. Although still a unique name for boys in the United States, Sebastian has been quite popular in Europe for many centuries. ...
  • Mateo. ...
  • Ezra. ...
  • Elias. ...
  • Silas. ...
  • Waylen. ...
  • Gael. ...
  • Rowan.
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What are some cool last names for a girl?

Cool Last Names for Girls
  • Elsher.
  • Solace.
  • Levine.
  • Thatcher.
  • Raven.
  • Bardot.
  • St. James.
  • Hansley.
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What middle names go with Rose?

The Best Middle Names for Rose
  • Rose Ottilie.
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  • Rose Charleigh.
  • Rose Adleigh.
  • Rose Sophia.
  • Rose Blake.
  • Rose Dylan.
  • Rose Ensleigh.
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What name means death?

Thana means “death.” Thanatos is also a Greek name for the god of death.
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Why would you name a girl James?

James Origin and Meaning

The name James is both a boy's name and a girl's name of Hebrew origin meaning "supplanter".
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