James vs Worthington

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
Worthington Rank #16,310

James is more popular, ranked #5 vs #16310 for Worthington.

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

Worthington ___

  • Worthington James
  • Worthington Edward
  • Worthington Charles
  • Worthington Henry
  • Worthington Alexander

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose James

Charlotte Olivia Emma William Henry

If you choose Worthington

Remington Harrington Wellington Addison

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is James or Worthington more popular?

James is more popular, ranked #5 compared to Worthington at #16310 in the United States.

What do James and Worthington mean?

James means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" (Hebrew origin). Worthington means "from the worthy farmstead or settlement" (Old English origin).

Are James and Worthington boy or girl names?

James is primarily a boy name. Worthington is primarily a boy name.

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