Jimmie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Jimmie originates from Hebrew and means 'supplanter'. It evolved through several languages and historical forms, primarily derived from the name James. Jimmie is considered a friendly and approachable name, with no direct biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the late 19th century and is associated with notable individuals in entertainment and sports.
The name Jimmie is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Silent Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jimmie has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Jimmie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 143rd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 81st out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 173rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 297th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 551st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1215th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2271st out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 326th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 281st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 641st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1552nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4487th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 15087th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 15328th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jimmie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jimmie"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒɪmi/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Jimmie is a diminutive form of the name James, which derives from the Hebrew name Yaakov (Jacob), meaning 'supplanter' or 'one who follows'.
Meaning
supplanter
Language Evolution
Yaakov (Hebrew), Iacomus (Latin), Jacobus (Latin), James (Old French), Jame (Middle English), Jimmie (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Jimmie gained popularity in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries as a friendly and approachable version of James.
Variants & Derivatives
James, Jim, Jimmy, Jamey
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jimmie is perceived as a casual and friendly name, often associated with warmth and approachability.
Famous People
Jimmie Walker - American actor and comedian, Jimmie Johnson - American professional race car driver, Jimmie Allen - American country music singer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jimmie"
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 of "Jimmie"
"Jimmie" Popularity Across American Generations
Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
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G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 143rd of 7545 | 17,470 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 81st of 6773 | 44,431 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 173rd of 7552 | 30,924 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 297th of 10718 | 10,837 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 551st of 16616 | 4,887 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1215th of 24088 | 2,076 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2271st of 23106 | 731 |
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 326th of 9107 | 7,023 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 281st of 9204 | 9,445 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 641st of 12526 | 4,151 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1552nd of 19264 | 1,025 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4487th of 27321 | 322 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 15087th of 35406 | 76 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 15328th of 30306 | 52 |
Regional Popularity of "Jimmie" by Generation for Male Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
---|---|---|---|---|
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
100.00% 243rd/243 |
100.00% 516th/516 |
100.00% 82nd/82 |
100.00% 158th/158 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
100.00% 131st/131 |
100.00% 436th/436 |
100.00% 41st/41 |
100.00% 116th/116 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
100.00% 211th/211 |
100.00% 434th/434 |
100.00% 110th/110 |
100.00% 242nd/242 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 259th/259 |
100.00% 494th/494 |
100.00% 231st/231 |
100.00% 365th/365 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 477th/477 |
100.00% 905th/905 |
100.00% 450th/450 |
100.00% 699th/699 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
100.00% 1072nd/1072 |
100.00% 3133rd/3133 |
100.00% 985th/985 |
100.00% 1628th/1628 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
100.00% 2166th/2166 |
- |
100.00% 2096th/2096 |
100.00% 2615th/2615 |
Regional Popularity of "Jimmie" by Generation for Female Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
---|---|---|---|---|
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
100.00% 956th/956 |
- |
100.00% 197th/197 |
100.00% 1058th/1058 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
100.00% 941st/941 |
- |
100.00% 180th/180 |
100.00% 642nd/642 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
100.00% 1449th/1449 |
100.00% 2189th/2189 |
100.00% 398th/398 |
100.00% 1196th/1196 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
- |
100.00% 910th/910 |
100.00% 3308th/3308 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
100.00% 3283rd/3283 |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jimmie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jimmie" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.