Dawsen vs James

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Dawsen

Boy #5,807 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Daw (David), beloved son"

Origin: Middle English surname

Cultural Roots

American English Canadian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #5,807
Total SSA Count: 16
Syllables: 2
Formality: Moderate

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James

Boy #5 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"supplanter, one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English Scottish Biblical

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank: #5
Total SSA Count: 11,793
Syllables: 1
Formality: Formal

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Dawsen Rank #5,807

James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #5807 for Dawsen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dawsen or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Dawsen at #5807 in the United States.

What do Dawsen and James mean?

Dawsen means "son of Daw (David), beloved son" (Middle English surname origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Dawsen and James boy or girl names?

Dawsen is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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