Berthel 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

Berthel Rank #35,670
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #35670 for Berthel.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Berthel ___

No pairings available yet.

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 Berthel

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If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Berthel or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Berthel at #35670 in the United States.

What do Berthel and James mean?

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

Are Berthel and James boy or girl names?

Berthel is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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