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Jamey

♂ Boy

Pronounced JAY-mee /ˈdʒeɪ.mi/High

Meaning: -ey spelling of Jamie — a pet form of James, from Hebrew Yaakov (Jacob), 'supplanter, holder of the heel'; here for boysMedium

In 30 seconds: Friendly and warm: Jamey pets James — 'supplanter, holder of the heel' — with an -ey. Soft, sunny, and used for both sexes.
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Origin MediumHebrew
Meaning-ey spelling of Jamie — a pet form of James, from Hebrew Yaakov (Jacob), 'supplanter, holder of the heel'; here for boys
U.S. rank (2025)#4313 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births24 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1976
Total births (all-time)≈ 6,755

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 197619442025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Jamey is an -ey spelling of Jamie — a pet form of James, from Hebrew Yaakov (Jacob), 'supplanter, holder of the heel'. A friendly, warm nickname-name, used for both sexes, here for boys; the -ey styling personalizes it.

It registers thinly beside Jamie. Rare, supplanter at the root, and friendly.

Did you know? James comes from Hebrew Yaakov (Jacob), 'supplanter, holder of the heel' — Jamie/Jamey is its friendly pet form, used for both sexes.
Overall data confidence 68%
Behind the Name — Jamie — root etymology

Variations

JamieJaymieJames

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If you like Jamey…

Jamie— the standard spelling
James— the full name
Jacoby— a companion Jacob-derived name
Mickey— shares the -ey ending
Josey— a similarly popular pick

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Jamey mean?

Jamey pets James — Hebrew 'supplanter, holder of the heel'.

How do you pronounce Jamey?

It's said JAY-mee /ˈdʒeɪ.mi/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Jamey a boy or girl name?

Jamey is used for both sexes; this page covers its use as a boy's name.

How popular is Jamey?

Jamey is a rare spelling in the U.S.

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