"supplanter, one who follows"
Origin: Hebrew via Spanish
Language: English
Jaime
Pronunciation: [ h-EYEM-ee ]
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Meaning & Origin
"may God protect"
Origin: Hebrew Yaakov
Language: Spanish
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The Story of Jaime
Jaime is the Spanish and Portuguese form of James, which derives from the Late Latin Jacomus, itself from the Hebrew name Yaakov (Jacob) meaning supplanter. In Spanish-speaking cultures, Jaime is traditionally a masculine name pronounced HYE-meh. When adopted as an English feminine name, the pronunciation shifted to JAY-mee, aligning it with Jamie. This cross-cultural journey gives the name a fascinating dual identity across languages.
As a feminine English name, Jaime emerged in the 1970s and 1980s partly influenced by the TV series The Bionic Woman, whose protagonist was named Jaime Sommers. The name peaked in the 1980s and has since settled into moderate use.
The name has fascinating cross-cultural tension: in Spain and Latin America it is a man's name; in the US it became popular for girls in the 1970s-80s TV era.
Historical Record
Jaime first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 49,951 babies have been named Jaime in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jaime is past its peak , currently ranked #4,605 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- In Spanish, Jaime is pronounced HYE-meh and is a common masculine name
- The TV character Jaime Sommers in The Bionic Woman (1976) helped popularize the feminine English use of the spelling
Jaime in Other Languages
French
Jacques
Hebrew
יעקב
Spanish
Jaime
Portuguese
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Popularity Over Time
#4,605
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 1976
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #4,605
- Total SSA Count
- 30
- Cultural Origins
- Spanish American Portuguese Latin American
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Jai
Jay
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jaime
What does the name Jaime mean?
"supplanter, one who follows" (from Hebrew via Spanish). "may God protect" (from Hebrew Yaakov). Jaime is the Spanish and Portuguese form of James, which derives from the Late Latin Jacomus, itself from the Hebrew name Yaakov (Jacob) meaning supplanter. In Spanish-speaking cultures, Jaime is traditionally a masculine name pronounced HYE-meh. When adopted as an English feminine name, the pronunciation shifted to JAY-mee, aligning it with Jamie. This cross-cultural journey gives the name a fascinating dual identity across languages.
What is the origin of the name Jaime?
Jaime has Hebrew via Spanish, Hebrew Yaakov, Spanish, American, Portuguese, and Latin American origins. In Hebrew via Spanish, it means "supplanter, one who follows". In Hebrew Yaakov, it means "may God protect".
Is Jaime a boy or girl name?
Jaime is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #4605. As a boy name, it is ranked #606. Jaime is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Jaime?
Jaime is pronounced h-EYEM-ee.
How popular is the name Jaime?
Jaime is currently ranked #4605 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Jaime?
Common nicknames for Jaime include Jai and Jay.
What are good middle names for Jaime?
Popular middle name pairings include Jaime Lynn, Jaime Marie, Jaime Elizabeth, Jaime Nicole, Jaime Lee, Jaime Ann, and Jaime Grace.
What are good sibling names for Jaime?
Names that pair well with Jaime as siblings include Casey, Riley, Jordan, Morgan, Taylor, Alex, Cameron, and Logan.
How many syllables does Jaime have?
Jaime has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Jaime a common or rare name?
Jaime is an uncommon name, ranked #4605 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Jaime
Jaime is a girl name with Spanish, American, Portuguese, and Latin American origins . The name means "supplanter, one who follows" in Hebrew via Spanish .
Is Jaime a boy or girl name? Jaime is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #4,605 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #606. Jaime is more commonly used as a boy name.
Jaime is currently ranked #4,605 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Jaime has 2 syllables and is pronounced h-EYEM-ee, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Jaime include Jai and Jay. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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