Chasen 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

Chasen Rank #3,803
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #3803 for Chasen.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Chasen ___

  • Chasen Lee
  • Chasen James
  • Chasen Michael
  • Chasen Reid
  • Chasen Grant
  • Chasen Cole

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 Chasen

Braxton Mila Jaxon Avery Hunter

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chasen or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Chasen at #3803 in the United States.

What do Chasen and James mean?

Chasen means "hunter" (Old French via English origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Chasen and James boy or girl names?

Chasen is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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