"supplanter"
Origin: Hebrew via Latin
Language: English
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Meaning & Origin
"one who follows"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
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The Story of Jamey
Jamey is a variant spelling of Jamie, a diminutive of James. James derives from the Late Latin Jacomus, a variant of Jacobus, itself from the Hebrew Yaakov (Jacob) meaning supplanter or one who follows at the heel. The diminutive Jamie/Jamey has been used as both a masculine and feminine name in Scotland and Ireland since at least the 18th century.
Jamie/Jamey was especially popular in the 1970s and 1980s in the United States and UK. The Jamey spelling is less common than Jamie but used specifically for boys in some families to distinguish from the more gender-neutral Jamie.
In Scottish and Irish culture, Jamey/Jamie has long been an affectionate form of James, used by parents who want the warmth of a nickname as a given name. James is one of the most enduring names in the English-speaking world.
Historical Record
Jamey first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 6,713 babies have been named Jamey in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jamey is past its peak , currently ranked #4,977 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Jamie/Jamey has been used as both male and female in the UK and Ireland for centuries
- Famous Jamies include chef Jamie Oliver and actor Jamie Foxx
Jamey in Other Languages
French
Jacques
German
Jakob
Italian
Giacomo
Spanish
Jaime
Popularity Over Time
#4,977
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
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #4,977
- Total SSA Count
- 20
- Cultural Origins
- English American Irish
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Common Nicknames
Jay
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jamey
What does the name Jamey mean?
"supplanter" (from Hebrew via Latin). "one who follows" (from Hebrew). Jamey is a variant spelling of Jamie, a diminutive of James. James derives from the Late Latin Jacomus, a variant of Jacobus, itself from the Hebrew Yaakov (Jacob) meaning supplanter or one who follows at the heel. The diminutive Jamie/Jamey has been used as both a masculine and feminine name in Scotland and Ireland since at least the 18th century.
What is the origin of the name Jamey?
Jamey has Hebrew via Latin, Hebrew, English, American, and Irish origins. In Hebrew via Latin, it means "supplanter". In Hebrew, it means "one who follows".
Is Jamey a boy or girl name?
Jamey is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #4977. As a girl name, it is ranked #36779. Jamey is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Jamey?
Jamey is currently ranked #4977 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Jamey?
Common nicknames for Jamey include Jay.
What are good middle names for Jamey?
Popular middle name pairings include Jamey Lee, Jamey Alan, Jamey Scott, Jamey Michael, Jamey Thomas, and Jamey Patrick.
What are good sibling names for Jamey?
Names that pair well with Jamey as siblings include Casey, Riley, Tyler, Morgan, Logan, and Avery.
How many syllables does Jamey have?
Jamey has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Jamey a common or rare name?
Jamey is an uncommon name, ranked #4977 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Jamey
Jamey is a boy name with English, American, and Irish origins . The name means "supplanter" in Hebrew via Latin .
Is Jamey a boy or girl name? Jamey is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #4,977 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #36,779. Jamey is more commonly used as a boy name.
Jamey is currently ranked #4,977 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Jamey has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Jamey include Jay. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Jamey include James, Jameson, Jamel, Jameer, Jameir . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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