Jim vs Ferrin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jim

Boy #4,434 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"supplanter, one who grabs the heel"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Scottish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,434
Total SSA Count
23
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

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

Jim Rank #4,434
Ferrin Rank #20,697

Jim is more popular, ranked #4434 vs #20697 for Ferrin.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jim or Ferrin more popular?

Jim is more popular, ranked #4434 compared to Ferrin at #20697 in the United States.

What do Jim and Ferrin mean?

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

Are Jim and Ferrin boy or girl names?

Jim is primarily a boy name. Ferrin is primarily a boy name.

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