James vs Jack

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

James

Boy #5 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"supplanter, one who follows at the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

English Scottish Biblical

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Boy #15 Most Popular 1 Syllable

"supplanter"

Origin: Hebrew

English Irish American Australian

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James Rank #5

Jack Rank #15

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #15 for Jack.

Is James or Jack more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Jack at #15 in the United States.

What do James and Jack mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Jack means "supplanter" (Hebrew origin).

Are James and Jack boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Jack is primarily a boy name.