Davien 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

Davien Rank #6,708
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #6708 for Davien.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Davien ___

  • Davien James
  • Davien Michael
  • Davien Cole
  • Davien Lee
  • Davien Reign

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 Davien

Jaylen Kaiden Avery Braxton Mia

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Davien or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Davien at #6708 in the United States.

What do Davien and James mean?

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

Are Davien and James boy or girl names?

Davien is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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