Jaymes

What does the baby name Jaymes mean? Learn about what Jaymes means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.

Jaymes - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Spelling of Jaymes: J-A-Y-M-E-S, is a 6-letter female given name.
Meaning of Jaymes: Combination of jay and james.
Origin of Jaymes: The name 'Jaymes' is derived from the English language and is considered a modern variation of the name 'James'. 'James' is a name of Hebrew origin, derived from the Hebrew name 'Yaakov', meaning 'supplanter' or 'one who follows'. The name 'Jaymes' emerged as a creative alternative spelling in the late 20th century.; American Names
Popularity of Jaymes: The popularity of the name 'Jaymes' has been relatively moderate. It has not reached the same level of popularity as the traditional spelling 'James', which has consistently been a popular name for boys. 'Jaymes' is less commonly used and has not ranked within the top 1000 names in the United States or other English-speaking countries.; Jaymes currently has no likes. Be the first to like this name.

Etymology of Jaymes

The name 'Jaymes' is a phonetic variation of 'James' and does not have a distinct etymology. It is a modern adaptation that alters the spelling while maintaining the same pronunciation and meaning as 'James'. The use of the letter 'y' instead of 'i' adds a unique visual element to the name.

Cultural Significance of Jaymes

'Jaymes' does not possess any specific cultural significance beyond its association with the name 'James'. The name 'James' has historical and biblical significance, being the name of several important figures, including Saint James, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus. It is a name that has been widely used in English-speaking cultures for centuries.