Clint vs James

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Clint

Boy #2,460 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"rocky hill settlement"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,460
Total SSA Count
56
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Cli, Cly, Clie

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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

Clint Rank #2,460
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #2460 for Clint.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Clint ___

  • Clint James
  • Clint Lee
  • Clint Ray
  • Clint Dale
  • Clint Wayne
  • Clint Dean

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 Clint

Duke Rex Donna Brenda Dale

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clint or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Clint at #2460 in the United States.

What do Clint and James mean?

Clint means "rocky hill settlement" (Old English origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Clint and James boy or girl names?

Clint is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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