Delbert vs James

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Delbert

Boy #6,463 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bright valley"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American German

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,463
Total SSA Count
14
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Del, Bert, Delly

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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

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Popularity Comparison

Delbert Rank #6,463
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #6463 for Delbert.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Delbert ___

  • Delbert James
  • Delbert Ray
  • Delbert Eugene
  • Delbert Allen
  • Delbert Wayne
  • Delbert Lee

James ___

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

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Delbert

Norma Gladys Herbert Elmer Loretta

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Delbert or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Delbert at #6463 in the United States.

What do Delbert and James mean?

Delbert means "bright valley" (Old English origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Delbert and James boy or girl names?

Delbert is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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