James vs Cole

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

James

Boy #5 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"supplanter, one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

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Boy #162 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"coal, swarthy"

Origin: Old English

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James Rank #5

Cole Rank #162

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #162 for Cole.

Is James or Cole more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Cole at #162 in the United States.

What do James and Cole mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Cole means "coal, swarthy" (Old English origin).

Are James and Cole boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Cole is primarily a boy name.