Male Name
Jaymes
ˈd͡ʒeɪmz
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Categories
brand names
modern English
one syllable
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Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
48/100
modern100%
youthful80%
informal80%
common65%
urban65%
strange120%
simple65%
Meaning & Etymology
Jaymes is a variant of the name James, which originates from the Hebrew name Yaʻaqov (Jacob), meaning 'supplanter' or 'holder of the heel'. The name James became popular in the English-speaking world due to its biblical significance and royal associations. Jaymes, as a variant, carries the same meaning but is often used to provide a unique or modern twist to the traditional name.
Etymology
Original Form:
Yaʻaqov (Jacob)
Evolution:
The name evolved from Yaʻaqov to Iakobos in Greek, then to Iacomus in Late Latin, and finally to James in English. Jaymes is a modern variant of James.
Source:
Etymological dictionaries and historical linguistics studies.