Name comparison
Benjamin vs James
James is the more common of the two, with roughly 12.4x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Benjamin | James |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 711,016 | 8,807,695 |
| Global rank | #47 | #2 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 11,252 | 1 in 908 |
| Origin | n/a | Hebrew, English |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.7%) | Male (99.5%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 11 |
| U.S. bearers | 711,016 | 2,808,572 |
How they differ
James has approximately 8.8M living bearers compared to 711k for Benjamin - a ratio of about 12.4x.
Benjamin 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 Benjamin or James more popular?
James is more popular worldwide, with approximately 8,807,695 estimated living bearers compared to 711,016 for Benjamin. That is roughly 12.4x more bearers of James.
What is the difference in origin between Benjamin and James?
Benjamin originates from unknown sources. James originates from Hebrew, English.
Are Benjamin and James used for the same gender?
Both Benjamin and James are predominantly used as male names.
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