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  JAMES

The meaning of the unisex name James is SUPPLANTER.

Details on JAMES:

Gender:
Unisex
Meaning(s):
Supplanter
Popularity for Boy:
11th in the USA (top 1%)
Popularity for Girl:
4,721st in the USA (top 15%)
Origin(s) 
Themes / lists: 

Latest USA SSA birth information:

11,793 births
JAMES as a BOY in 2024
68 births
JAMES as a GIRL in 2024

The meaning(s) of JAMES:

The name James is a Shakespearean baby name. In Shakespearean the meaning of the name James is: King John' James Jurney, servant to Lady Faulconbridge. 'King Richard III' Sir James Tyrrel. 'King Richard III' Sir James Blount.
Shakespearean meaning
The name James is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name James is: King John' James Jurney, servant to Lady Faulconbridge. 'King Richard III' Sir James Tyrrel. 'King Richard III' Sir James Blount.
American meaning
The name James is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name James is: Supplant.Replace.derived from the latin Jacomus.
English meaning
The name James is a Biblical baby name. In Biblical the meaning of the name James is: That supplants, undermines, the heel.
Biblical meaning
The name James is a Hebrew baby name. In Hebrew the meaning of the name James is: He grasps the heel.Supplanter.
Hebrew meaning

USA SSA birth(s) for JAMES:

Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name JAMES

 JAMES as a boy

YearBoy Births
202411793 births
202311727 births
202212109 births
202112464 births
202012381 births
201913193 births
201813642 births
201714232 births
201614842 births
201514799 births
201414420 births
201313552 births
201213418 births
201113247 births
201013877 births
200914206 births

 JAMES as a girl

YearGirl Births
202468 births
202379 births
202285 births
202168 births
202066 births
201968 births
201845 births
201777 births
201666 births
201539 births
201442 births
201328 births
201228 births
201130 births
201029 births
200951 births

About the name JAMES

James, a name steeped in history and significance, finds its roots in the Hebrew name Yaakov, meaning "supplanter" or "one who follows." With a rich tapestry woven through time, James has graced the pages of royal families and the hearts of many, becoming a timeless choice across cultures and continents. In the English-speaking world, particularly in countries like the United States, the United Kingdom, and Canada, James stands as a classic emblem of strength and reliability. The name carries with it the weight of biblical tales, notably as the name of several apostles, imbuing it with a sense of purpose and virtue. In Spain and Latin America, it transforms into Santiago or Diego, connecting with the vibrant spirit of these cultures. The name's versatility and charm make it equally beloved in France, where it is often stylized as Jacques, echoing a sense of elegance. With its enduring legacy, James symbolizes not just a name but a bridge between generations, making it a warm and inviting choice for a new arrival, promising a life filled with strength, wisdom, and a connection to the stories of the past.

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