Cote 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

Cote Rank #28,101
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #28101 for Cote.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Cote ___

  • Cote James
  • Cote William
  • Cote Henry
  • Cote Alexander
  • Cote Michael

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 Cote

Blaise Luc Remy Soleil Fleur

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cote or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Cote at #28101 in the United States.

What do Cote and James mean?

Cote means "hillside, slope" (French origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Cote and James boy or girl names?

Cote is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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