Jimmie
Jimmie is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Supplanter; one who follows.
Origin and history
Jimmie is a traditional English diminutive of Jimmy or James, which ultimately derives from the Hebrew name Jacob meaning 'supplanter'. Historically popular in the United States during the early-to-mid 20th century, it was frequently given as a formal first name. Today, its usage has declined significantly, making it an uncommon choice for newborns.
Popularity in the United States
112,267 babies in the United States have been named Jimmie since 1880. It ranks #289 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1657.
States where it is most popular
- TX (11.4 %)
- MS (8 %)
- AL (7.4 %)
- GA (6.1 %)
- OK (5.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 273 |
| 1890-1900 | 487 |
| 1900-1910 | 1,372 |
| 1910-1920 | 5,734 |
| 1920-1930 | 14,358 |
| 1930-1940 | 25,813 |
| 1940-1950 | 24,360 |
| 1950-1960 | 15,535 |
| 1960-1970 | 10,174 |
| 1970-1980 | 5,951 |
| 1980-1990 | 3,607 |
| 1990-2000 | 2,300 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,250 |
| 2010-2019 | 783 |
| 2020-2029 | 270 |
Famous people named Jimmie
- Jimmie Johnson: Race car driver
- Jimmie Foxx: Baseball player
- Jimmie Rodgers: Musician, Singer
Nicknames
Jim
Fun facts
- Although derived as a nickname for James, Jimmie became a very popular independent legal name in the United States during the 1930s.
- Jimmie Rodgers, often called the 'Father of Country Music', helped popularize the name in American cultural history.