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Jamison

JAM-i-sən

Letters7
Syllables3
OriginHebrew

The Story of Jamison

This surname, meaning 'son of James,' carries a quiet authority and a sense of established lineage ready for your son.

Jamison is an English patronymic surname meaning 'son of James.' The name James itself originates from the Hebrew 'Yaakov,' meaning 'supplanter,' a biblical name carried through generations of royalty and historical figures. As a given name, Jamison gained popularity in the 20th century, retaining its sense of heritage and substance.

There's a solidity to the name 'Jamison' when you try it out, a reassuring weight that feels just right for your son. It’s a name that implies reliability, someone who can be counted on. You can see yourself writing it confidently on official documents, knowing it represents a dependable and thoughtful individual, a name that speaks of steadfastness.

What It Means

Derived from the English surname meaning 'son of James'. James is from Hebrew 'Yaakov' meaning 'supplanter'.

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Numerology

1

The Leader

Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.

Personality Traits

IntelligentPracticalReliableDriven

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#756 in 2017

Total Births

22,398

First Recorded

1931

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