James vs Varen

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
Varen Rank #14,668

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #14668 for Varen.

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

Varen ___

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 Varen

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Varen more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Varen at #14668 in the United States.

What do James and Varen mean?

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

Are James and Varen boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Varen is primarily a boy name.

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