Name comparison
James vs Susan
James is the more common of the two, with roughly 11.9x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | James | Susan |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 8,807,695 | 737,121 |
| Global rank | #2 | #43 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 908 | 1 in 10,853 |
| Origin | Hebrew, English | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.5%) | Female (99.8%) |
| Countries with data | 11 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 2,808,572 | 737,121 |
How they differ
James has approximately 8.8M living bearers compared to 737k for Susan - a ratio of about 11.9x.
James originates from Hebrew (supplanter; from Ya'aqov (Jacob)); English (anglicized form of Iacomus, the Late Latin form of Greek Iakobos). Susan originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is James or Susan more popular?
James is more popular worldwide, with approximately 8,807,695 estimated living bearers compared to 737,121 for Susan. That is roughly 11.9x more bearers of James.
What is the difference in origin between James and Susan?
James originates from Hebrew, English. Susan originates from unknown sources.
Are James and Susan used for the same gender?
James is 99.5% male, while Susan is 0.2% male.
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