Beauregard 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

Beauregard Rank #3,095
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #3095 for Beauregard.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Beauregard ___

  • Beauregard James
  • Beauregard Lee
  • Beauregard Alexander
  • Beauregard William
  • Beauregard Thomas
  • Beauregard Henri

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 Beauregard

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If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Beauregard or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Beauregard at #3095 in the United States.

What do Beauregard and James mean?

Beauregard means "beautiful gaze" (French origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Beauregard and James boy or girl names?

Beauregard is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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