Benford 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

Benford Rank #34,181
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #34181 for Benford.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Benford ___

  • Benford James
  • Benford Lee
  • Benford Ray
  • Benford Scott
  • Benford Wade

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 Benford

Brooks Harper Colton Sawyer

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Benford or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Benford at #34181 in the United States.

What do Benford and James mean?

Benford means "river crossing dweller" (Old English origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Benford and James boy or girl names?

Benford is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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