Name comparison
James vs Stephanie
James is the more common of the two, with roughly 13.2x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | James | Stephanie |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 8,807,695 | 668,402 |
| Global rank | #2 | #50 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 908 | 1 in 11,969 |
| Origin | Hebrew, English | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.5%) | Female (99.6%) |
| Countries with data | 11 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 2,808,572 | 668,402 |
How they differ
James has approximately 8.8M living bearers compared to 668k for Stephanie - a ratio of about 13.2x.
James originates from Hebrew (supplanter; from Ya'aqov (Jacob)); English (anglicized form of Iacomus, the Late Latin form of Greek Iakobos). Stephanie originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is James or Stephanie more popular?
James is more popular worldwide, with approximately 8,807,695 estimated living bearers compared to 668,402 for Stephanie. That is roughly 13.2x more bearers of James.
What is the difference in origin between James and Stephanie?
James originates from Hebrew, English. Stephanie originates from unknown sources.
Are James and Stephanie used for the same gender?
James is 99.5% male, while Stephanie is 0.4% male.
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