Burgin vs James

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Burgin

Boy #17,114 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from Burgundy, France"

Origin: French/Norman

Cultural Roots

English American French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#17,114
Total SSA Count
6
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Burg

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Burgin Rank #17,114
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #17114 for Burgin.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Burgin ___

  • Burgin Lee
  • Burgin Wayne
  • Burgin Dale
  • Burgin Ray
  • Burgin James
  • Burgin Scott

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 Burgin

Holden Beckett Sutton Mercer Fulton

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Burgin or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Burgin at #17114 in the United States.

What do Burgin and James mean?

Burgin means "from Burgundy, France" (French/Norman origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Burgin and James boy or girl names?

Burgin is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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