Girl · 4157th of 27,321
Jamese
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
775
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1998
Peak Popularity Year
31
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Jamese stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Jamese is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'supplanter.' It evolved through several historical forms, including Yaakov, Jacobus, and Jacques, before becoming popular in English as James. The name is associated with various notable figures and carries a modern image despite its classic roots.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/dʒəˈmiːz/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Jamese is derived from the Hebrew name Yaakov, which translates to 'supplanter.' The name evolved through Latin and Old French forms before reaching its modern English variant.
Meaning
supplanter
Language Evolution
Yaakov (Hebrew), Jacobus (Latin), Jacques (Old French), James (Middle English), Jamese (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name James gained popularity in the English-speaking world after the Norman Conquest of England in 1066, becoming a common name among royalty and commoners alike.
Variants & Derivatives
James, Jamie, Jim, Jimmy
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jamese is less common than its variant James but is often perceived as a unique and modern twist on a classic name.
Famous People
James Madison, James Earl Jones, James Franco
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 31 peak births in 1998
Geographic Spread
Popular across 4 US states, with strongest presence in District of Columbia
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 8 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 4 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6484th of 19264 | 112 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4157th of 27321 | 360 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 6890th of 35406 | 271 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 18485th of 30306 | 32 |