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Jericho vs Jimmy

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jimmy

Boy #860 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"supplanter, one who follows"

Origin: Hebrew via James/Jacob

Cultural Roots

English American Irish Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#860
Total SSA Count
282
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jericho Rank #905
Jimmy Rank #860

Jimmy is more popular, ranked #860 vs #905 for Jericho.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jericho or Jimmy more popular?

Jimmy is more popular, ranked #860 compared to Jericho at #905 in the United States.

What do Jericho and Jimmy mean?

Jericho means "city of the moon" (Hebrew origin). Jimmy means "supplanter, one who follows" (Hebrew via James/Jacob origin).

Are Jericho and Jimmy boy or girl names?

Jericho is primarily a boy name. Jimmy is primarily a boy name.

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