Cohen 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

Cohen Rank #239
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #239 for Cohen.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cohen ___

  • Cohen James
  • Cohen Elliott
  • Cohen Asher
  • Cohen Grey
  • Cohen Reed
  • Cohen Miles

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 Cohen

Levi Asher Greyson Elliott Stella

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cohen or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Cohen at #239 in the United States.

What do Cohen and James mean?

Cohen means "priest" (Hebrew origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Cohen and James boy or girl names?

Cohen is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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