Husein 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

Husein Rank #18,154
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #18154 for Husein.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Husein ___

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 Husein

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If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Husein or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Husein at #18154 in the United States.

What do Husein and James mean?

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

Are Husein and James boy or girl names?

Husein is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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