Jayme

♂ Boy

Jayme Pronunciation

Jayme is pronounced JAY-mee /ˈdʒeɪ.mi/High

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

In 30 seconds: Friendly and warm: Jayme pets James — 'supplanter' — with an -ay-. Soft, sunny, and used for both sexes.

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Origin MediumHebrew

Meaning-ay- spelling of Jamie — a pet form of James, from Hebrew Yaakov, 'supplanter, holder of the heel'; here for boys

U.S. rank (2024)#5121 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births19 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year1976

Total births (all-time)≈ 3,883

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Jayme is an -ay- 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 -ay- 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/Jayme is its friendly pet form, used for both sexes.

Overall data confidence 68%

Behind the Name — Jamie — root etymology

Variations

JamieJaimeJames

Nicknames

Jay

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If you like Jayme…

Jamie— the standard spelling

Jaime— the Spanish form

James— the full name

Shlome— lands in the same popularity range

Shloime— echoes that soft -me sound

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Jayme?

Jayme is pronounced JAY-mee (/ˈdʒeɪ.mi/). Press play above to hear Jayme said aloud.

How do you say Jayme?

Jayme is said JAY-mee (/ˈdʒeɪ.mi/). Press play above to hear Jayme said aloud.

What does the name Jayme mean?

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

Is Jayme a boy or girl name?

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

How popular is Jayme?

Jayme is a rare name in the U.S.