James
BoyHebrew/JAYMZ/· James (1)Meaning: Supplanter; one who follows
Origin & Etymology of James
From the Hebrew name Ya'aqov (Jacob), meaning 'holder of the heel' or 'supplanter'. It reached English through the Latin Iacomus.
A perennial US top-10 name and the most common name among US presidents.
Variants of James
Jamie, Jacob, Jim, Jameson, Santiago
Famous People Named James
James Bond (fiction), LeBron James, James Cameron
Numerology
Life path 5 — curious, adaptable, freedom-loving.
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Frequently Asked Questions about James
What does the name James mean?
James means "Supplanter; one who follows". It is of Hebrew origin and is traditionally a boy's name.
Is James a popular name?
A perennial US top-10 name and the most common name among US presidents.
What are common variations of James?
Popular variants include Jamie, Jacob, Jim, Jameson, Santiago.