James VS Henry

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

Feature
James
Henry
Gender
Female
Female
Origin
Various
Various
Meaning
Meaning available on detail page
Meaning available on detail page
Total Births (Est.)
~5,279,720
~768,827
Peak Popularity
1947 (#94763)
2024 (#11547)

Popularity Comparison (1880-2024)

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

The Verdict

James has been more popular overall historically, with approximately 4,510,893 more usage than Henry. Both names have unique qualities. James stands out for its history, while Henry is known for its distinctiveness.