James vs Legin

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
Legin Rank #9,538

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #9538 for Legin.

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

Legin ___

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 Legin

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Legin more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Legin at #9538 in the United States.

What do James and Legin mean?

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

Are James and Legin boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Legin is primarily a boy name.

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