Jame Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationJAYM / /dʒeɪm/English; Hebrew
Meaning
English: Supplanter; Hebrew: He who supplants
Historical & Cultural Background
Jame is often considered a variant of the name James, which has deep roots in both English and Hebrew traditions. The name James has been borne by numerous kings and saints throughout history, contributing to its enduring popularity. In modern times, Jame may be seen as a unique or simplified version of the more traditional James.
Trend Summary
Jame has not been widely popular in the U.S. and remains relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jayme
- Jaime
International Variants
- Jaime (Spanish)
- Jaimie (English)
Famous people named Jame
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Fictional characters named Jame
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jame was first seen in the United States in 1903. Jame has ranked as high as #1022 nationally, which occurred in 1957, and has been most popular in Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, California, and North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Jame has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jame (1989)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1903 | 6 |
| 1907 | 5 |
| 1908 | 5 |
| 1910 | 5 |
| 1912 | 13 |
| 1913 | 10 |
| 1914 | 13 |
| 1915 | 13 |
| 1916 | 20 |
| 1917 | 15 |
| 1918 | 15 |
| 1919 | 17 |
| 1920 | 22 |
| 1921 | 9 |
| 1922 | 25 |
| 1923 | 21 |
| 1924 | 25 |
| 1925 | 24 |
| 1926 | 40 |
| 1927 | 36 |
| 1928 | 36 |
| 1929 | 35 |
| 1930 | 36 |
| 1931 | 35 |
| 1932 | 32 |
| 1933 | 44 |
| 1934 | 41 |
| 1935 | 36 |
| 1936 | 34 |
| 1937 | 38 |
| 1938 | 48 |
| 1939 | 36 |
| 1940 | 60 |
| 1941 | 40 |
| 1942 | 54 |
| 1943 | 61 |
| 1944 | 40 |
| 1945 | 43 |
| 1946 | 40 |
| 1947 | 44 |
| 1948 | 57 |
| 1949 | 46 |
| 1950 | 50 |
| 1951 | 69 |
| 1952 | 57 |
| 1953 | 59 |
| 1954 | 49 |
| 1955 | 66 |
| 1956 | 57 |
| 1957 | 87 |
| 1958 | 73 |
| 1959 | 67 |
| 1960 | 68 |
| 1961 | 73 |
| 1962 | 73 |
| 1963 | 67 |
| 1964 | 67 |
| 1965 | 46 |
| 1966 | 66 |
| 1967 | 57 |
| 1968 | 43 |
| 1969 | 59 |
| 1970 | 65 |
| 1971 | 54 |
| 1972 | 59 |
| 1973 | 36 |
| 1974 | 39 |
| 1975 | 43 |
| 1976 | 36 |
| 1977 | 29 |
| 1978 | 28 |
| 1979 | 21 |
| 1980 | 29 |
| 1981 | 26 |
| 1982 | 28 |
| 1983 | 27 |
| 1984 | 19 |
| 1985 | 22 |
| 1986 | 33 |
| 1987 | 34 |
| 1988 | 15 |
| 1989 | 24 |
| 1990 | 17 |
| 1991 | 16 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 12 |
| 1995 | 12 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 15 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 9 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2024 | 6 |