James vs Laton

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
Laton Rank #38,290

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #38290 for Laton.

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

Laton ___

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 Laton

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Laton more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Laton at #38290 in the United States.

What do James and Laton mean?

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

Are James and Laton boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Laton is primarily a boy name.

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