James vs Raul

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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Raul

Boy #610 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"wolf counsel, wise advisor"

Origin: Old Norse via Spanish

Cultural Roots

Spanish Latin American Portuguese French

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#610
Total SSA Count
466
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Rau, Raulito

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

James Rank #5
Raul Rank #610

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #610 for Raul.

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

Raul ___

  • Raul Antonio
  • Raul Eduardo
  • Raul Miguel
  • Raul Hernández
  • Raul Gabriel
  • Raul Alejandro

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Raul

Isabel Carmen Valentina Santiago Andrés

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Raul more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Raul at #610 in the United States.

What do James and Raul mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Raul means "wolf counsel, wise advisor" (Old Norse via Spanish origin).

Are James and Raul boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Raul is primarily a boy name.

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