"supplanter"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Jamie
Pronunciation: [ j-AYM-ee ]
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Meaning & Origin
"may God protect"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Scottish
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The Story of Jamie
Jamie is a Scottish diminutive of James, which comes from the Latin Jacobus, itself derived from the Hebrew Yaaqov (Jacob), meaning supplanter or one who follows at the heel. The name became popular as a given name in its own right during the 20th century, particularly in Scotland and the British Isles before spreading to North America.
Jamie enjoyed peak popularity in the US during the 1970s and 1980s, boosted by the bionic television character Jamie Sommers from The Bionic Woman and the broader trend toward gender-neutral names. Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver refreshed the name's image in the 2000s.
In Scotland, Jamie has deep cultural roots as a diminutive of the royal name James. Several Scottish Kings bore this name, making Jamie a name with genuine royal heritage that remains strongly associated with Scottish and Irish identity.
Historical Record
Jamie first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 86,305 babies have been named Jamie in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jamie is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #625 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Jamie Oliver (born 1975) helped modernize the name's image from retro to fresh with his Naked Chef television series in the 2000s
- In Scotland, Jamie has been in use as a given name since at least the 18th century, connected to the royal House of Stuart
Jamie in Other Languages
Arabic
Jaymi
French
Jamie
Italian
Jamie
Spanish
Jaime
Scottish Gaelic
Seumas
Popularity Over Time
#625
Current Rank
Rising Fast
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Jamie
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Jamie Oliver
Entertainer
1975
British celebrity chef and food activist known worldwide for his Naked Chef series and school food campaigns
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Jamie Foxx
Actor
1967
Academy Award-winning American actor and musician, known for Ray (2004) and Django Unchained
J
Jamie Fraser Fictional
Other
Protagonist of Diana Gabaldon's Outlander novel series, a Scottish Highland warrior in 18th-century Scotland
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #625
- Total SSA Count
- 453
- Cultural Origins
- English Scottish Irish American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Common Nicknames
J
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Timeless choice, English heritage match, extended 2-3 combo
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jamie
What does the name Jamie mean?
"supplanter" (from Hebrew). "may God protect" (from Hebrew). Jamie is a Scottish diminutive of James, which comes from the Latin Jacobus, itself derived from the Hebrew Yaaqov (Jacob), meaning supplanter or one who follows at the heel. The name became popular as a given name in its own right during the 20th century, particularly in Scotland and the British Isles before spreading to North America.
What is the origin of the name Jamie?
Jamie has Hebrew, English, Scottish, Irish, and American origins. In Hebrew, it means "supplanter". In Hebrew, it means "may God protect".
Is Jamie a boy or girl name?
Jamie is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #625. As a girl name, it is ranked #717. Jamie is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Jamie?
Jamie is pronounced j-AYM-ee.
How popular is the name Jamie?
Jamie is currently ranked #625 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Jamie?
Popular middle name pairings include Jamie Lee, Jamie Scott, Jamie Alexander, Jamie Thomas, and Jamie Michael.
What are good sibling names for Jamie?
Names that pair well with Jamie as siblings include Taylor, Jordan, Casey, Riley, and Alex.
How many syllables does Jamie have?
Jamie has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Jamie a common or rare name?
Jamie is moderately common, ranked #625 for boys in the US. You will encounter it, but it stands out.
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About the Name Jamie
Jamie is a boy name with English, Scottish, Irish, and American origins . The name means "supplanter" in Hebrew .
Is Jamie a boy or girl name? Jamie is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #625 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #717. Jamie is more commonly used as a boy name.
Jamie is currently ranked #625 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Jamie has 2 syllables and is pronounced j-AYM-ee, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Jamie include J. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Jamie include Jamir, Jamison, Jamil, Jamin, Jamiri . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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