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James vs Kacyn

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

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Popularity Comparison

James Rank #5
Kacyn Rank #6,406

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #6406 for Kacyn.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Kacyn more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Kacyn at #6406 in the United States.

What do James and Kacyn mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Kacyn means "vigilant, watchful" (Irish (Casey root) origin).

Are James and Kacyn boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Kacyn is primarily a boy name.

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