Damin 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

Damin Rank #7,144
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #7144 for Damin.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Damin ___

No pairings available yet.

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 Damin

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If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Damin or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Damin at #7144 in the United States.

What do Damin and James mean?

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

Are Damin and James boy or girl names?

Damin is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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