Jimmy

Boy's name

Jimmy is a diminutive form of the name James, which is derived from the Hebrew name Ya'aqov, meaning "supplanter" or "holder of the heel."

Meaning Supplanter
Origin Hebrew
U.S. births in 2023 282 Falling
Peak year 1947

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Names Starting With J

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Jimmy Carter - 39th U.S. President, Nobel Peace Prize winner.
  • Jimmy Fallon - Comedian, TV host of "The Tonight Show."
  • Jimmy Kimmel - Comedian, TV host of "Jimmy Kimmel Live."
  • Jimmy Stewart - Actor, known for classic films like "It's a Wonderful Life."
  • Jimmy Johnson - NFL coach, won two Super Bowls.
  • Jimmy Page - Guitarist for Led Zeppelin.
  • Jimmy Butler - NBA player, multiple-time All-Star.
  • Jimmy Choo - Fashion designer, known for luxury shoes.
  • Jimmy Connors - Tennis player, multiple Grand Slam titles.
  • Jimmy Durante - Comedian, actor, singer from the early 20th century.

Brothers for Jimmy

Boy names closely related to Jimmy

Ricky Tony Danny Tommy Johnny Issac Ronnie Israel

Sisters for Jimmy

Girl names closely related to Jimmy

Kailani Jessie Genesis Ariel Destiny Kimberly Allison Leilani

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Jimmy

Coby Jacob Jacoby Jaime Jaimie Jakob Jakobe Jakub

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