Connell 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

Connell Rank #3,401
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #3401 for Connell.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Connell ___

  • Connell James
  • Connell Patrick
  • Connell Declan
  • Connell Seamus
  • Connell Thomas
  • Connell Finn

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 Connell

Declan Cormac Niamh Aoife Fionn

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Connell or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Connell at #3401 in the United States.

What do Connell and James mean?

Connell means "strong wolf, wolf valor" (Irish Gaelic origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Connell and James boy or girl names?

Connell is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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