James vs Kono

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
Kono Rank #21,112

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #21112 for Kono.

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

Kono ___

No pairings available yet.

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Kono

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Kono more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Kono at #21112 in the United States.

What do James and Kono mean?

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

Are James and Kono boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Kono is primarily a boy name.

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