Bentley vs James

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Bentley

Boy #201 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"clearing of coarse grass"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#201
Total SSA Count
1,776
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Bent, Ben

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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

Bentley Rank #201
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #201 for Bentley.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Bentley ___

  • Bentley James
  • Bentley Alexander
  • Bentley William
  • Bentley Lee
  • Bentley Thomas
  • Bentley Cole

James ___

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

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Bentley

Hudson Camden Benson Presley Harley

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bentley or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Bentley at #201 in the United States.

What do Bentley and James mean?

Bentley means "clearing of coarse grass" (Old English origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Bentley and James boy or girl names?

Bentley is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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