Male Name
Jem
ˈd͡ʒɛm
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Categories
Anne of Green Gables characters
cartoon characters
Charles Dickens characters
diminutives
isograms
literature
Louisa May Alcott characters
one syllable
Shadowhunters characters
television
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
69/100
youthful120%
informal160%
natural80%
wholesome65%
strong80%
strange100%
simple80%
Meaning & Etymology
Jem is a diminutive form of the name Jeremy, and historically, it was also used as a diminutive for James. The name carries a sense of familiarity and endearment, often used in informal contexts.
Etymology
Original Form:
Jeremy, James
Evolution:
The name Jem evolved as a shortened, affectionate form of Jeremy and James, reflecting a trend in English-speaking cultures to create diminutives for common names.
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