Name comparison
Eric vs James
James is the more common of the two, with roughly 11.1x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | Eric | James |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 791,254 | 8,807,695 |
| Global rank | #37 | #2 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 10,111 | 1 in 908 |
| Origin | n/a | Hebrew, English |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.5%) | Male (99.5%) |
| Countries with data | 1 | 11 |
| U.S. bearers | 791,254 | 2,808,572 |
How they differ
James has approximately 8.8M living bearers compared to 791k for Eric - a ratio of about 11.1x.
Eric 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 Eric or James more popular?
James is more popular worldwide, with approximately 8,807,695 estimated living bearers compared to 791,254 for Eric. That is roughly 11.1x more bearers of James.
What is the difference in origin between Eric and James?
Eric originates from unknown sources. James originates from Hebrew, English.
Are Eric and James used for the same gender?
Both Eric and James are predominantly used as male names.
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