Name comparison
James vs Tyler
James is the more common of the two, with roughly 14.8x more bearers worldwide.
Side-by-side
| Metric | James | Tyler |
|---|---|---|
| Estimated bearers worldwide | 8,807,695 | 593,504 |
| Global rank | #2 | #60 |
| Rarity (worldwide) | 1 in 908 | 1 in 13,479 |
| Origin | Hebrew, English | n/a |
| Predominant gender | Male (99.5%) | Male (97.2%) |
| Countries with data | 11 | 1 |
| U.S. bearers | 2,808,572 | 593,504 |
How they differ
James has approximately 8.8M living bearers compared to 594k for Tyler - a ratio of about 14.8x.
James originates from Hebrew (supplanter; from Ya'aqov (Jacob)); English (anglicized form of Iacomus, the Late Latin form of Greek Iakobos). Tyler originates from unknown origins.
Frequently asked questions
Is James or Tyler more popular?
James is more popular worldwide, with approximately 8,807,695 estimated living bearers compared to 593,504 for Tyler. That is roughly 14.8x more bearers of James.
What is the difference in origin between James and Tyler?
James originates from Hebrew, English. Tyler originates from unknown sources.
Are James and Tyler used for the same gender?
Both James and Tyler are predominantly used as male names.
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