James vs Laken

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Laken

Girl #1,220 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"from the lake, lake dweller"

Origin: Old French/Latin

Cultural Roots

American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,220
Total SSA Count
193
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual
Nicknames
Lake, Lakie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

James Rank #5
Laken Rank #1,220

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #1220 for Laken.

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

Laken ___

  • Laken Grace
  • Laken Marie
  • Laken Elise
  • Laken Jane
  • Laken Blair
  • Laken Faye

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Laken

Rylan Brecken Cove River Wren

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Laken more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Laken at #1220 in the United States.

What do James and Laken mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Laken means "from the lake, lake dweller" (Old French/Latin origin).

Are James and Laken boy or girl names?

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

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