James vs Severin

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
Severin Rank #6,049

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #6049 for Severin.

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

Severin ___

  • Severin James
  • Severin Thomas
  • Severin Hugh
  • Severin Cole
  • Severin Reed
  • Severin Marcus

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Severin

Casimir Leander Aurelia Isolde Florian

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Severin more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Severin at #6049 in the United States.

What do James and Severin mean?

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

Are James and Severin boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Severin is primarily a boy name.

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