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Theon vs James

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Theon

Boy #3,757 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"godly, divine"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,757
Total SSA Count
30
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

Theon Rank #3,757
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #3757 for Theon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Theon or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Theon at #3757 in the United States.

What do Theon and James mean?

Theon means "godly, divine" (Greek origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Theon and James boy or girl names?

Theon is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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