Jimi
Jimi is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Supplanter or one who follows.
Origin and history
Jimi is a modern spelling variant of Jim or Jimmy, which are pet forms of James (derived from the Hebrew name Jacob). It gained cultural visibility through legendary musician Jimi Hendrix. In the United States, it remains a rare and distinct alternative to more traditional spellings.
Popularity in the United States
1,241 babies in the United States have been named Jimi since 1880. It ranks #3457 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1868.
States where it is most popular
- CA (72.9 %)
- TX (20.6 %)
- NY (3.5 %)
- MI (2.9 %)
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 | 75 |
| 1960-1970 | 62 |
| 1970-1980 | 324 |
| 1980-1990 | 210 |
| 1990-2000 | 194 |
| 2000-2010 | 182 |
| 2010-2019 | 135 |
| 2020-2029 | 59 |
Famous people named Jimi
- Jimi Hendrix: Musician, Guitarist
Fun facts
- The spelling Jimi was famously adopted by rock guitarist Jimi Hendrix, born James Marshall Hendrix.
- Although a modern diminutive, the name traces its origin through James back to the classical Hebrew name Jacob.