Boy · 1763rd of 7,552
Jimmey
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
904
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1946
Peak Popularity Year
36
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Jimmey stands across generations
This name is not present in the Generation Alpha ranking.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Jimmey is a variant of the name James, which has Hebrew origins meaning 'supplanter'. It evolved through several languages including Greek and Latin before becoming popular in English. The name is associated with warmth and familiarity, and has biblical relevance through its connection to figures in the New Testament.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒɪmi/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Jimmey is a variant of the name James, which is derived from the Hebrew name Ya'akov (Jacob) meaning 'supplanter' or 'one who follows'.
Meaning
supplanter
Language Evolution
Ya'akov (Hebrew), Iakobos (Greek), Jacobus (Latin), James (Old French), Jimmey (Modern English)
Biblical Background
The name James is associated with several figures in the New Testament, including James the Apostle.
Historical Usage
The name Jimmey gained popularity in the 20th century as a diminutive or affectionate form of James.
Variants & Derivatives
James, Jim, Jimmy, Jimmie
Modern Popularity & Image
Jimmey is often seen as a friendly and approachable name, conveying a sense of warmth and familiarity.
Famous People
Jimmey Walker - American actor and comedian., Jimmey Hendrix - Influential American rock guitarist and singer.
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 36 peak births in 1946
Geographic Spread
Popular across 3 US states, with strongest presence in Arkansas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 5 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 5 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3969th of 7545 | 65 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1897th of 6773 | 269 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1763rd of 7552 | 375 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 3029th of 10718 | 179 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 12589th of 16616 | 16 |