King VS James

Which name is right for you? Compare popularity, meaning, and trends.

Feature
King
James
Gender
Male
Female
Origin
Various
Various
Meaning
Meaning available on detail page
Meaning available on detail page
Total Births (Est.)
~37,153
~5,279,720
Peak Popularity
2017 (#2694)
1947 (#94763)

Popularity Comparison (1880-2024)

Graph shows the number of babies named King vs James in the United States.

The Verdict

James has been more popular overall historically, with approximately 5,242,567 more usage than King. Both names have unique qualities. King stands out for its history, while James is known for its distinctiveness.