Darin 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

Darin Rank #3,577
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #3577 for Darin.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Darin ___

  • Darin James
  • Darin Lee
  • Darin Scott
  • Darin Michael
  • Darin Wayne
  • Darin Ray

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 Darin

Derek Dana Devin Lara Karen

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Darin or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Darin at #3577 in the United States.

What do Darin and James mean?

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

Are Darin and James boy or girl names?

Darin is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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