James vs Bodhe

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

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

All Clear

Bodhe

Boy #18,466 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"shelter, hut"

Origin: Scottish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Scottish Irish Celtic

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#18,466
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

James Rank #5
Bodhe Rank #18,466

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #18466 for Bodhe.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Bodhe more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Bodhe at #18466 in the United States.

What do James and Bodhe mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Bodhe means "shelter, hut" (Scottish Gaelic origin).

Are James and Bodhe boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Bodhe is primarily a boy name.

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