Name comparison
James vs Linda
James is the more common of the two, with roughly 10.5x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | James | Linda |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 8,807,695 | 840,741 |
| Global rank | #2 | #30 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 908 | 1 in 9,515 |
| Origin | Hebrew, English | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.5%) | Female (99.7%) |
| Countries with data | 11 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 2,808,572 | 840,741 |
How they differ
James has approximately 8.8M living bearers compared to 841k for Linda - a ratio of about 10.5x.
James originates from Hebrew (supplanter; from Ya'aqov (Jacob)); English (anglicized form of Iacomus, the Late Latin form of Greek Iakobos). Linda originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is James or Linda more popular?
James is more popular worldwide, with approximately 8,807,695 estimated living bearers compared to 840,741 for Linda. That is roughly 10.5x more bearers of James.
What is the difference in origin between James and Linda?
James originates from Hebrew, English. Linda originates from unknown sources.
Are James and Linda used for the same gender?
James is 99.5% male, while Linda is 0.3% male.
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