Bensen 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

Bensen Rank #3,644
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #3644 for Bensen.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Bensen ___

  • Bensen James
  • Bensen Cole
  • Bensen Alexander
  • Bensen William
  • Bensen Reid
  • Bensen Thomas

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 Bensen

Carson Lawson Harrison Everly Hadley

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bensen or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Bensen at #3644 in the United States.

What do Bensen and James mean?

Bensen means "son of Ben" (English origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Bensen and James boy or girl names?

Bensen is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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