Jimmy
Jimmy is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Supplanter or one who follows.
Origin and history
Jimmy originated as a familiar diminutive of James, derived ultimately from the Hebrew name Jacob. It gained immense popularity in the mid-20th century as an independent given name in the United States. Today, it remains a classic, friendly traditional choice, though it is less common for newborns than in previous decades.
Popularity in the United States
288,737 babies in the United States have been named Jimmy since 1880. It ranks #129 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #756.
States where it is most popular
- TX (14.5 %)
- CA (7.8 %)
- GA (6.8 %)
- NC (6.2 %)
- AL (6.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 24 |
| 1890-1900 | 123 |
| 1900-1910 | 302 |
| 1910-1920 | 1,294 |
| 1920-1930 | 7,332 |
| 1930-1940 | 35,399 |
| 1940-1950 | 63,523 |
| 1950-1960 | 54,892 |
| 1960-1970 | 47,399 |
| 1970-1980 | 27,099 |
| 1980-1990 | 19,522 |
| 1990-2000 | 14,106 |
| 2000-2010 | 10,466 |
| 2010-2019 | 5,380 |
| 2020-2029 | 1,876 |
Famous people named Jimmy
- Jimmy Carter: U.S. President, Humanitarian
- Jimmy Fallon: Comedian, Television Host
- Jimmy Stewart: Actor
Nicknames
Jim
Fun facts
- Jimmy Carter, the 39th U.S. President, famously used the informal name Jimmy officially throughout his political career.
- Jimmy was exceptionally popular in the U.S. during the mid-20th century, consistently ranking among the top male names.