Bennett 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

Bennett Rank #60
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #60 for Bennett.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Bennett ___

  • Bennett James
  • Bennett Thomas
  • Bennett Alexander
  • Bennett William
  • Bennett John
  • Bennett Charles

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 Bennett

Charlotte Eleanor Theodore Oliver Arabella

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bennett or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Bennett at #60 in the United States.

What do Bennett and James mean?

Bennett means "blessed" (Latin origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Bennett and James boy or girl names?

Bennett is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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