"Supplanter"
Origin: Hebrew via English
Language: English
Jimmy
Pronunciation: [ j-IHM-ee ]
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A distinctive 2-syllable girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Jimmy first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,201 babies have been named Jimmy in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jimmy is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #70,024 for girl names in the US .
Popularity Over Time
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #70,024
- Total SSA Count
- 5
- Cultural Origins
- American English
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Common Nicknames
Jim
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jimmy
What does the name Jimmy mean?
"Supplanter" (from Hebrew via English)
What is the origin of the name Jimmy?
Jimmy has Hebrew via English, American, and English origins. In Hebrew via English, it means "Supplanter".
Is Jimmy a boy or girl name?
Jimmy is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #70024. As a boy name, it is ranked #860. Jimmy is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Jimmy?
Jimmy is pronounced j-IHM-ee.
How popular is the name Jimmy?
Jimmy is currently ranked #70024 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Jimmy?
Common nicknames for Jimmy include Jim.
What are good middle names for Jimmy?
Popular middle name pairings include Jimmy Lou, Jimmy Mae, Jimmy Rose, and Jimmy Jo.
What are good sibling names for Jimmy?
Names that pair well with Jimmy as siblings include Bobby, Billie, Frankie, and Charlie.
How many syllables does Jimmy have?
Jimmy has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Jimmy a common or rare name?
Jimmy is an uncommon name, ranked #70024 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Jimmy
Jimmy is a girl name with American and English origins . The name means "Supplanter" in Hebrew via English .
Is Jimmy a boy or girl name? Jimmy is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #70,024 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #860. Jimmy is more commonly used as a boy name.
Jimmy is currently ranked #70,024 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Jimmy has 2 syllables and is pronounced j-IHM-ee, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Jimmy include Jim. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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