Broderick vs James

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Broderick

Boy #2,392 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Roderick"

Origin: Welsh

Cultural Roots

Welsh Irish English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,392
Total SSA Count
58
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Brod, Rick, Ricky

Playground Safety Score

8 High Risk

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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

Broderick Rank #2,392
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #2392 for Broderick.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Broderick ___

  • Broderick James
  • Broderick Lee
  • Broderick Scott
  • Broderick Allen
  • Broderick Thomas
  • Broderick Wayne

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 Broderick

Cordelia Gavin Harriet Duncan Cecelia

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Broderick or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Broderick at #2392 in the United States.

What do Broderick and James mean?

Broderick means "son of Roderick" (Welsh origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Broderick and James boy or girl names?

Broderick is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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