James vs Torrin

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
Torrin Rank #3,989

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #3989 for Torrin.

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

Torrin ___

  • Torrin James
  • Torrin Patrick
  • Torrin Finn
  • Torrin Brennan
  • Torrin Callum
  • Torrin Reid

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Torrin

Declan Finn Rowan Brannagh Saoirse

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Torrin more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Torrin at #3989 in the United States.

What do James and Torrin mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Torrin means "from the rocky hill, crag dweller" (Irish Gaelic origin).

Are James and Torrin boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Torrin is primarily a boy name.

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