"supplanter, one who follows at the heel"
Origin: Hebrew via Spanish
Language: Spanish
Jaime
Pronunciation: [ h-EYEM-ee ]
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A Spanish classic with deep apostolic and Biblical roots
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Meaning & Origin
"may God protect, held by the heel"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Spanish
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- In English-speaking contexts, the spelling may be mispronounced as 'JAY-mee' rather than the Spanish 'HY-meh'
The Story of Jaime
Jaime is the Spanish and Portuguese form of James, which derives from the Late Latin Jacomus (a variant of Jacobus), itself from the Hebrew Yaʿăqōb (Jacob). Jacob's name in Genesis means 'he who supplants' or 'one who grabs the heel,' referring to the Biblical story of Jacob and Esau. Through centuries of linguistic evolution — Hebrew → Greek → Latin → Old French → Spanish — Jacob became Jaime.
Jaime has been a staple name throughout the Spanish-speaking world for centuries, particularly in Spain, Mexico, and Latin America. In the United States, it is popular in Hispanic communities and has also been used as a unisex name in English-speaking contexts where it's often pronounced as the English 'Jamie.'
James is one of the apostolic names — two of Jesus's twelve apostles were named James (Jacob/Jaime), making this name deeply embedded in Catholic and Christian tradition throughout Latin America and Spain. The pilgrimage route to Santiago de Compostela (Saint James) is one of the most important in the Christian world, and 'Jaime' is derived from the same root.
Historical Record
Jaime first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 69,752 babies have been named Jaime in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jaime is past its peak , currently ranked #606 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Santiago (Saint James) is the patron saint of Spain, and 'Jaime' is derived from the same name
- King Jaume I of Aragon (1208–1276), known as 'The Conqueror,' was one of medieval Iberia's greatest rulers
- Jaime Lannister in 'Game of Thrones' brought the name to a new global audience, though in the show it's pronounced in the English style
Jaime in Other Languages
French
Jacques
Hebrew
יַעֲקֹב
Catalan
Jaume
English
James
Italian
Giacomo
Spanish
Jaime
Portuguese
Jaime
Popularity Over Time
#606
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 1976
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Jaime
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Jaime Camil
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Jaime I of Aragon
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1208
Medieval King of Aragon known as 'The Conqueror' for his reconquest of Valencia and the Balearic Islands from Moorish ru...
Medieval King of Aragon known as 'The Conqueror' for his reconquest of Valencia and the Balearic Islands from Moorish rule
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Jaime Lannister Fictional
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Complex, morally ambiguous knight from George R.R. Martin's 'A Song of Ice and Fire' and HBO's Game of Thrones, known as...
Complex, morally ambiguous knight from George R.R. Martin's 'A Song of Ice and Fire' and HBO's Game of Thrones, known as 'The Kingslayer'
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #606
- Total SSA Count
- 468
- Cultural Origins
- Spanish Latin American Portuguese Filipino
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- 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 at the heel" (from Hebrew via Spanish). "may God protect, held by the heel" (from Hebrew). Jaime is the Spanish and Portuguese form of James, which derives from the Late Latin Jacomus (a variant of Jacobus), itself from the Hebrew Yaʿăqōb (Jacob). Jacob's name in Genesis means 'he who supplants' or 'one who grabs the heel,' referring to the Biblical story of Jacob and Esau. Through centuries of linguistic evolution — Hebrew → Greek → Latin → Old French → Spanish — Jacob became Jaime.
What is the origin of the name Jaime?
Jaime has Hebrew via Spanish, Hebrew, Spanish, Latin American, Portuguese, and Filipino origins. In Hebrew via Spanish, it means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel". In Hebrew, it means "may God protect, held by the heel".
Is Jaime a boy or girl name?
Jaime is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #606. As a girl name, it is ranked #4605. 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 #606 in popularity for boy 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 Antonio, Jaime Miguel, Jaime Eduardo, Jaime Andrés, Jaime Rafael, and Jaime Luis.
What are good sibling names for Jaime?
Names that pair well with Jaime as siblings include Isabella, Sofía, Valentina, Carlos, Andrés, and Mateo.
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 moderately common, ranked #606 for boys in the US. You will encounter it, but it stands out.
About the Name Jaime
Jaime is a boy name with Spanish, Latin American, Portuguese, and Filipino origins . The name means "supplanter, one who follows at the heel" in Hebrew via Spanish .
Is Jaime a boy or girl name? Jaime is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #606 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #4,605. Jaime is more commonly used as a boy name.
Jaime is currently ranked #606 in popularity for boy 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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