Jaymes
Jaymes is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Supplanter; one who follows.
Origin and history
Jaymes is a modern spelling variant of the traditional masculine name James, which derives from the Hebrew name Jacob. The name ultimately means 'supplanter' or 'one who follows.' In the United States, it serves as a creative alternative to the classic standard while retaining the same familiar sound.
Popularity in the United States
2,430 babies in the United States have been named Jaymes since 1880. It ranks #2633 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1801.
States where it is most popular
- CA (37.4 %)
- TX (20.5 %)
- OH (7.5 %)
- NY (6.2 %)
- MI (5 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 15 |
| 1960-1970 | 53 |
| 1970-1980 | 87 |
| 1980-1990 | 626 |
| 1990-2000 | 613 |
| 2000-2010 | 470 |
| 2010-2019 | 440 |
| 2020-2029 | 126 |
Nicknames
Jay, Jaymie
Fun facts
- Jaymes replaces the traditional 'a' in James with 'ay' to give a classic name a modern look.
- It traces its lineage back through Old French and Latin to the biblical Hebrew name Ya'akov.