Collin 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

Collin Rank #490
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #490 for Collin.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Collin ___

  • Collin James
  • Collin Reid
  • Collin Thomas
  • Collin Patrick
  • Collin Grant
  • Collin Ross

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 Collin

Declan Fiona Brendan Maeve Callum

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Collin or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Collin at #490 in the United States.

What do Collin and James mean?

Collin means "young creature, cub" (Scottish Gaelic origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Collin and James boy or girl names?

Collin is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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