Name comparison
James vs Justin
James is the more common of the two, with roughly 11.8x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | James | Justin |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 8,807,695 | 747,505 |
| Global rank | #2 | #42 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 908 | 1 in 10,702 |
| Origin | Hebrew, English | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.5%) | Male (99.5%) |
| Countries with data | 11 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 2,808,572 | 747,505 |
How they differ
James has approximately 8.8M living bearers compared to 748k for Justin - a ratio of about 11.8x.
James originates from Hebrew (supplanter; from Ya'aqov (Jacob)); English (anglicized form of Iacomus, the Late Latin form of Greek Iakobos). Justin originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is James or Justin more popular?
James is more popular worldwide, with approximately 8,807,695 estimated living bearers compared to 747,505 for Justin. That is roughly 11.8x more bearers of James.
What is the difference in origin between James and Justin?
James originates from Hebrew, English. Justin originates from unknown sources.
Are James and Justin used for the same gender?
Both James and Justin are predominantly used as male names.
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