Jamie Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationJAY-mee / ˈdʒeɪmiHebrew; English; Scottish
Meaning
Hebrew: supplanter; English: diminutive of James; Scottish: variant of James
Historical & Cultural Background
Jamie is often considered a diminutive of James, which has biblical origins. The name has been popular in English-speaking countries since the Middle Ages. It has also been used as a standalone name, especially in Scotland. Over time, Jamie has gained popularity as a unisex name, though it is commonly associated with boys.
Trend Summary
Jamie has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., peaking in the 1970s and 1980s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jaime
- Jaimie
International Variants
- Jaime (Spanish)
- Jaimie (English)
Famous people named Jamie
Jamie Foxx is an American actor and musician known for his roles in films such as 'Ray' and 'Django Unchained'.
Jamie Oliver is a British chef and television personality famous for his cookbooks and food advocacy.
Jamie Bell is a British actor recognized for his performance in 'Billy Elliot' and other films.
Jamie Dornan is an Irish actor and model known for his role in the 'Fifty Shades' film series.
Fictional characters named Jamie
Jamie Lannister is a character from the 'A Song of Ice and Fire' series by George R.R. Martin, known for his complex moral journey.
Jamie Fraser is the protagonist in the 'Outlander' series by Diana Gabaldon, a time-traveling Scottish Highlander.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jamie was first seen in the United States in 1896. Jamie has ranked as high as #121 nationally, which occurred in 1976, and has been most popular in New York, California, Ohio, North Carolina, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Jamie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jamie (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 46 | |
| NY | 38 | |
| TX | 28 | |
| FL | 26 | |
| PA | 23 | |
| GA | 20 | |
| OH | 20 | |
| VA | 18 | |
| WA | 18 | |
| IN | 17 | |
| IL | 15 | |
| TN | 13 | |
| MA | 12 | |
| UT | 11 | |
| NC | 11 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1896 | 6 |
| 1897 | 5 |
| 1900 | 6 |
| 1904 | 9 |
| 1905 | 9 |
| 1906 | 5 |
| 1909 | 11 |
| 1910 | 8 |
| 1911 | 12 |
| 1912 | 12 |
| 1913 | 20 |
| 1914 | 25 |
| 1915 | 35 |
| 1916 | 35 |
| 1917 | 28 |
| 1918 | 35 |
| 1919 | 37 |
| 1920 | 29 |
| 1921 | 36 |
| 1922 | 41 |
| 1923 | 42 |
| 1924 | 35 |
| 1925 | 34 |
| 1926 | 53 |
| 1927 | 39 |
| 1928 | 43 |
| 1929 | 41 |
| 1930 | 37 |
| 1931 | 45 |
| 1932 | 43 |
| 1933 | 45 |
| 1934 | 44 |
| 1935 | 55 |
| 1936 | 49 |
| 1937 | 34 |
| 1938 | 41 |
| 1939 | 42 |
| 1940 | 42 |
| 1941 | 43 |
| 1942 | 56 |
| 1943 | 78 |
| 1944 | 64 |
| 1945 | 80 |
| 1946 | 64 |
| 1947 | 79 |
| 1948 | 103 |
| 1949 | 98 |
| 1950 | 87 |
| 1951 | 87 |
| 1952 | 137 |
| 1953 | 204 |
| 1954 | 253 |
| 1955 | 259 |
| 1956 | 288 |
| 1957 | 442 |
| 1958 | 644 |
| 1959 | 774 |
| 1960 | 738 |
| 1961 | 732 |
| 1962 | 819 |
| 1963 | 899 |
| 1964 | 1,113 |
| 1965 | 944 |
| 1966 | 961 |
| 1967 | 1,032 |
| 1968 | 1,224 |
| 1969 | 1,568 |
| 1970 | 2,641 |
| 1971 | 3,231 |
| 1972 | 3,680 |
| 1973 | 3,913 |
| 1974 | 4,086 |
| 1975 | 4,574 |
| 1976 | 4,621 |
| 1977 | 3,447 |
| 1978 | 2,865 |
| 1979 | 3,240 |
| 1980 | 2,845 |
| 1981 | 2,356 |
| 1982 | 2,091 |
| 1983 | 1,771 |
| 1984 | 1,765 |
| 1985 | 1,630 |
| 1986 | 1,468 |
| 1987 | 1,541 |
| 1988 | 1,470 |
| 1989 | 1,474 |
| 1990 | 1,321 |
| 1991 | 1,286 |
| 1992 | 1,159 |
| 1993 | 1,111 |
| 1994 | 954 |
| 1995 | 791 |
| 1996 | 686 |
| 1997 | 656 |
| 1998 | 607 |
| 1999 | 519 |
| 2000 | 455 |
| 2001 | 463 |
| 2002 | 426 |
| 2003 | 412 |
| 2004 | 442 |
| 2005 | 435 |
| 2006 | 421 |
| 2007 | 362 |
| 2008 | 364 |
| 2009 | 366 |
| 2010 | 342 |
| 2011 | 278 |
| 2012 | 254 |
| 2013 | 296 |
| 2014 | 296 |
| 2015 | 279 |
| 2016 | 281 |
| 2017 | 306 |
| 2018 | 332 |
| 2019 | 324 |
| 2020 | 351 |
| 2021 | 442 |
| 2022 | 448 |
| 2023 | 473 |
| 2024 | 453 |