Denise vs James

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Denise

Girl #1,898 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"devoted to the god of wine and festivity"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

French English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,898
Total SSA Count
105
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Deni, Dee, Nisa

Playground Safety Score

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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

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Denise Rank #1,898
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #1898 for Denise.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Denise ___

  • Denise Marie
  • Denise Louise
  • Denise Ann
  • Denise Michelle
  • Denise Renee
  • Denise Claire

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 Denise

Diane Michelle Renee Patrice Bernard

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Denise or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Denise at #1898 in the United States.

What do Denise and James mean?

Denise means "devoted to the god of wine and festivity" (Greek origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Denise and James boy or girl names?

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

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