James vs Ferrin

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

Ferrin

Boy #20,697 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"little man, young warrior"

Origin: Irish Gaelic

Cultural Roots

Irish Celtic Contemporary

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#20,697
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

James Rank #5
Ferrin Rank #20,697

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #20697 for Ferrin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Ferrin more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Ferrin at #20697 in the United States.

What do James and Ferrin mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Ferrin means "little man, young warrior" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are James and Ferrin boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Ferrin is primarily a boy name.

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