Clinton 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

Clinton Rank #1,935
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #1935 for Clinton.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Clinton ___

  • Clinton James
  • Clinton Lee
  • Clinton Edward
  • Clinton Paul
  • Clinton Ray
  • Clinton 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 Clinton

Preston Lyndon Grant Barbara Nancy

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Clinton or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Clinton at #1935 in the United States.

What do Clinton and James mean?

Clinton means "hilltop estate" (Old English origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Clinton and James boy or girl names?

Clinton is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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