Jimmy
jim-ee
US Popularity:1699
Origin:Hebrew
Meaning:Supplanter; Holder of the heel
Jimmy is a boy's name of Hebrew origin and a derivation of James. Associated with victory and change, Jimmy means “he who supplants” which indicates someone who may forcefully take a position or role belonging to someone else. Despite its warrior-style meaning, for most people, Jimmy connotes an image of boyish charm and playful candor that’s hard to resist. Our history books and TV screens overflow with famous Jimmys, from Jimmy Page, in the legendary rock band, Led Zeppelin to former US president Jimmy Carter and all of the actors, hosts, and musicians in between. Jimmy is undoubtedly a universally liked baby name.
Famous People Named Jimmy
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- Jimmy CarterUnited States President
- Jimmy ConnorsTennis Player
- Jimmy FallonComedian
Jimmy Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Jimmy is currently #1552 on The Bump
Boy:Jimmy is currently #859 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Jimmy is currently #1699 in U.S. births
Boy:Jimmy is currently #818 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#818
in 2023
- 39
from 2022
Sources
Behind the Name, Jimmy, November 2019
Behind the Name, James, June 2023
Behind the Name, Jacob, January 2022
Name Doctor, Jimmy
Baby Names 2020 by Eleanor Turner, pg. 122
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 437, 431
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