Calvin vs James

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Calvin

Boy #140 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"bald, hairless"

Origin: Latin

English American French

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Boy #5 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"supplanter, one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

English Scottish Biblical

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Calvin Rank #140

James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #140 for Calvin.

Is Calvin or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Calvin at #140 in the United States.

What do Calvin and James mean?

Calvin means "bald, hairless" (Latin origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Calvin and James boy or girl names?

Calvin is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.