Name comparison
James vs Ryan
James is the more common of the two, with roughly 9.4x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | James | Ryan |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 8,807,695 | 939,755 |
| Global rank | #2 | #26 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 908 | 1 in 8,513 |
| Origin | Hebrew, English | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.5%) | Male (97.2%) |
| Countries with data | 11 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 2,808,572 | 939,755 |
How they differ
James has approximately 8.8M living bearers compared to 940k for Ryan - a ratio of about 9.4x.
James originates from Hebrew (supplanter; from Ya'aqov (Jacob)); English (anglicized form of Iacomus, the Late Latin form of Greek Iakobos). Ryan originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is James or Ryan more popular?
James is more popular worldwide, with approximately 8,807,695 estimated living bearers compared to 939,755 for Ryan. That is roughly 9.4x more bearers of James.
What is the difference in origin between James and Ryan?
James originates from Hebrew, English. Ryan originates from unknown sources.
Are James and Ryan used for the same gender?
Both James and Ryan are predominantly used as male names.
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