Jacinto vs James

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jacinto

Boy #2,831 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"hyacinth flower"

Origin: Greek via Spanish

Cultural Roots

Spanish Portuguese Latin American Filipino

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,831
Total SSA Count
45
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Jaci, Cinto

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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

Jacinto Rank #2,831
James Rank #5

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #2831 for Jacinto.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Jacinto ___

  • Jacinto Miguel
  • Jacinto Antonio
  • Jacinto Luis
  • Jacinto Carlos
  • Jacinto Rafael
  • Jacinto Eduardo

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 Jacinto

Diego Mateo Pablo Sofia Isabella

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jacinto or James more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Jacinto at #2831 in the United States.

What do Jacinto and James mean?

Jacinto means "hyacinth flower" (Greek via Spanish origin). James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin).

Are Jacinto and James boy or girl names?

Jacinto is primarily a boy name. James is primarily a boy name.

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