James vs Renard

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
Renard Rank #11,398

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #11398 for Renard.

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

Renard ___

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 Renard

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Renard more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Renard at #11398 in the United States.

What do James and Renard mean?

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

Are James and Renard boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Renard is primarily a boy name.

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