Dasani 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

Dasani Rank #8,515
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #8515 for Dasani.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Dasani ___

No pairings available yet.

James ___

  • James Alexander
  • James William
  • James Thomas
  • James Edward
  • James Henry
  • James Patrick

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Dasani

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If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dasani or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Dasani at #8515 in the United States.

What do Dasani and James mean?

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

Are Dasani and James boy or girl names?

Dasani is primarily a girl name. James is primarily a boy name.

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