James vs Rhett

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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Rhett

Boy #174 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"advice, counsel"

Origin: Welsh/Dutch

Cultural Roots

American Southern US

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#174
Total SSA Count
2,134
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Rhe, Rhy, Rhie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

James Rank #5
Rhett Rank #174

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #174 for Rhett.

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

Rhett ___

  • Rhett James
  • Rhett Anthony
  • Rhett Walker
  • Rhett Harrison
  • Rhett Sullivan
  • Rhett Barrett

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Rhett

Scarlett Vivienne Atticus Harper Scout

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Rhett more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Rhett at #174 in the United States.

What do James and Rhett mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Rhett means "advice, counsel" (Welsh/Dutch origin).

Are James and Rhett boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Rhett is primarily a boy name.

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