Conrad 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

Conrad Rank #470
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #470 for Conrad.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Conrad ___

  • Conrad James
  • Conrad William
  • Conrad Edward
  • Conrad Thomas
  • Conrad Alexander
  • Conrad Henry

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 Conrad

Oliver Edmund Benedict Cecilia Harriet

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Conrad or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Conrad at #470 in the United States.

What do Conrad and James mean?

Conrad means "bold counsel" (Old High German origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Conrad and James boy or girl names?

Conrad is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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