Jem Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJem / dʒɛmEnglish; Hebrew
Meaning
English: Variant of James; Hebrew: 'supplanter'
Historical & Cultural Background
Jem is often considered a diminutive of the name James, which has biblical roots. The name James has been popular in various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries. Jem has gained some recognition as a standalone name, especially in literature and popular culture. Its usage reflects a trend towards shorter, more casual names.
Trend Summary
Jem has seen a modest rise in popularity as a unique alternative to traditional names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jemmy
International Variants
- Jaime (Spanish)
- Jacques (French)
Famous people named Jem
Jem Finer is an English musician and artist known for his work with the band The Pogues.
Jem Mace was a British bare-knuckle boxing champion in the 19th century.
Jem Belcher was an English boxing champion known for his skills in the early 1800s.
Fictional characters named Jem
Jem Finch is a character in Harper Lee's novel 'To Kill a Mockingbird', known for his coming-of-age journey.
Jem Carstairs is a character in Cassandra Clare's 'The Infernal Devices' series, recognized for his role as a Shadowhunter.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jem was first seen in the United States in 1963. Jem has ranked as high as #1354 nationally, which occurred in 2021, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Jem has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jem
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2021 | 9 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 7 |