Jamee
Jamee is a girl's name of English origin.
Meaning
Supplanter, or one who follows.
Origin and history
Jamee is a modern English feminine spelling variant of Jamie or James. Derived ultimately from the Hebrew name Jacob, it carries the traditional meaning of 'supplanter'. In the United States, it enjoyed modest usage during the late 20th century but remains relatively rare today.
Popularity in the United States
2,734 babies in the United States have been named Jamee since 1880. It ranks #3380 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2090.
States where it is most popular
- CA (35.6 %)
- TX (16.4 %)
- IL (13.5 %)
- OH (9.9 %)
- MI (5.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 27 |
| 1950-1960 | 124 |
| 1960-1970 | 212 |
| 1970-1980 | 588 |
| 1980-1990 | 702 |
| 1990-2000 | 651 |
| 2000-2010 | 302 |
| 2010-2019 | 117 |
| 2020-2029 | 11 |
Fun facts
- Jamee is an alternative spelling of the popular unisex name Jamie, adopted to give a classic name a unique look.
- The name saw its highest popularity in the United States between the 1970s and 1990s.