Name comparison
James vs Paul
James is the more common of the two, with roughly 11.2x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | James | Paul |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 8,807,695 | 783,600 |
| Global rank | #2 | #39 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 908 | 1 in 10,209 |
| Origin | Hebrew, English | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.5%) | Male (99.6%) |
| Countries with data | 11 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 2,808,572 | 783,600 |
How they differ
James has approximately 8.8M living bearers compared to 784k for Paul - a ratio of about 11.2x.
James originates from Hebrew (supplanter; from Ya'aqov (Jacob)); English (anglicized form of Iacomus, the Late Latin form of Greek Iakobos). Paul originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is James or Paul more popular?
James is more popular worldwide, with approximately 8,807,695 estimated living bearers compared to 783,600 for Paul. That is roughly 11.2x more bearers of James.
What is the difference in origin between James and Paul?
James originates from Hebrew, English. Paul originates from unknown sources.
Are James and Paul used for the same gender?
Both James and Paul are predominantly used as male names.
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