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James vs Vincent

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
Vincent Rank #111

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #111 for Vincent.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Vincent more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Vincent at #111 in the United States.

What do James and Vincent mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Vincent means "to prevail, to win" (Latin origin).

Are James and Vincent boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Vincent is primarily a boy name.

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