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Kacyn vs James

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Kacyn

Boy #6,406 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"vigilant, watchful"

Origin: Irish (Casey root)

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,406
Total SSA Count
14
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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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

Kacyn Rank #6,406
James Rank #5

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kacyn or James more popular?

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

What do Kacyn and James mean?

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

Are Kacyn and James boy or girl names?

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

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