Name comparison
James vs Mary
James is the more common of the two, with roughly 1.4x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | James | Mary |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 8,807,695 | 6,200,000 |
| Global rank | #2 | #13 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 908 | 1 in 1,290 |
| Origin | Hebrew, English | Hebrew |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.5%) | Female (99.6%) |
| Countries with data | 11 | 2 |
| U.S. bearers | 2,808,572 | 1,355,849 |
How they differ
James has approximately 8.8M living bearers compared to 6.2M for Mary - a ratio of about 1.4x.
James originates from Hebrew (supplanter; from Ya'aqov (Jacob)); English (anglicized form of Iacomus, the Late Latin form of Greek Iakobos). Mary originates from Hebrew (from Miriam; possibly 'beloved' or 'wished-for child').
Frequently asked questions
Is James or Mary more popular?
James is more popular worldwide, with approximately 8,807,695 estimated living bearers compared to 6,200,000 for Mary. That is roughly 1.4x more bearers of James.
What is the difference in origin between James and Mary?
James originates from Hebrew, English. Mary originates from Hebrew.
Are James and Mary used for the same gender?
James is 99.5% male, while Mary is 0.4% male.
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