Name comparison
Amanda vs James
James is the more common of the two, with roughly 12.2x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Amanda | James |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 723,560 | 8,807,695 |
| Global rank | #46 | #2 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 11,056 | 1 in 908 |
| Origin | n/a | Hebrew, English |
| Predominant gender | Female (99.7%) | Male (99.5%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 11 |
| U.S. bearers | 723,560 | 2,808,572 |
How they differ
James has approximately 8.8M living bearers compared to 724k for Amanda - a ratio of about 12.2x.
Amanda originates from unknown origins. James originates from Hebrew (supplanter; from Ya'aqov (Jacob)); English (anglicized form of Iacomus, the Late Latin form of Greek Iakobos).
Frequently asked questions
Is Amanda or James more popular?
James is more popular worldwide, with approximately 8,807,695 estimated living bearers compared to 723,560 for Amanda. That is roughly 12.2x more bearers of James.
What is the difference in origin between Amanda and James?
Amanda originates from unknown sources. James originates from Hebrew, English.
Are Amanda and James used for the same gender?
Amanda is 0.3% male, while James is 99.5% male.
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