James vs Kendall

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

James Rank #5
Kendall Rank #310

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #310 for Kendall.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

James ___

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

Kendall ___

  • Kendall Kendall Marie
  • Kendall Kendall Grace
  • Kendall Kendall Elise
  • Kendall Kendall Rose
  • Kendall Kendall Sophia

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Kendall

Kylie Brynn Sloane Mason Logan

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Kendall more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Kendall at #310 in the United States.

What do James and Kendall mean?

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

Are James and Kendall boy or girl names?

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

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