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Jimmey

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Jimmey is a boy’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “A variant of Jimmy, derived from James, meaning 'supplanter' in Hebrew.”, and peaked in popularity in 1946.

Letters6
Syllables2
OriginHebrew

What Jimmey Means

A variant of Jimmy, derived from James, meaning 'supplanter' in Hebrew.

The Story of Jimmey

This name carries the warmth of a thousand summer afternoons and the echo of laughter from a time when life felt a little simpler.

Jimmey is a friendly, informal variant of Jimmy, itself a diminutive of James. James originates from the Hebrew name Ya'aqov, meaning 'supplanter.' This name's journey began in ancient Israel, traveled through Christian scriptures to become popular across Europe, particularly in England, and gained widespread use in America with early settlers. The familiar Jimmey form became a beloved nickname, particularly prominent in the mid-20th century.

There's an immediate sense of approachability with Jimmey, a name that feels like a shared secret or a spontaneous invitation. When you picture your son, Jimmey, you might see a bright smile and eyes that hold a spark of playful mischief. It's a name that rolls off the tongue easily, conjuring images of backyard games and easy conversations, a name that feels like pure, unadulterated joy.

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Numerology

4

The Builder

Stable, disciplined, and hardworking. Names at 4 convey groundedness and reliability.

Personality Traits

FriendlyPlayfulOptimisticEnergetic

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Peak Year

#36 in 1946

Total Births

904

First Recorded

1919

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