Agustin vs James

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
Nicknames
Jim, Jimmy, Jamie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Agustin Rank #867
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #867 for Agustin.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Agustin ___

  • Agustin Alejandro
  • Agustin Carlos
  • Agustin Jose
  • Agustin Manuel
  • Agustin Rafael
  • Agustin Ignacio

James ___

  • James Alexander
  • James William
  • James Thomas
  • James Edward
  • James Henry
  • James Patrick

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Agustin

Emilio Sebastian Valentina Camila Matias

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Agustin or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Agustin at #867 in the United States.

What do Agustin and James mean?

Agustin means "to increase, augur" (Latin origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Agustin and James boy or girl names?

Agustin is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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