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Jaymes

♂ Boy

Pronounced JAYMZ /ˈdʒeɪmz/High

Meaning: -y- spelling of James — from Hebrew Yaakov (Jacob), 'supplanter, holder of the heel'Medium

In 30 seconds: Classic, restyled: Jaymes spells James — 'supplanter' — with a bold -ay-. Timeless, strong, and warm.
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Origin MediumHebrew
Meaning-y- spelling of James — from Hebrew Yaakov (Jacob), 'supplanter, holder of the heel'
U.S. rank (2025)#5975 ↘ Falling
2025 U.S. births15 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year1986
Total births (all-time)≈ 2,429

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 198619502025

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

Jaymes is a -y- spelling of James — from Hebrew Yaakov (Jacob), 'supplanter, holder of the heel'. A timeless, strong classic (kings, apostles, writers); the -ay- styling personalizes it.

It registers thinly beside James. Rare, supplanter at the root, and timeless.

Did you know? James comes from Hebrew Yaakov (Jacob), 'supplanter' — a name of kings, saints, and presidents; Jaymes gives the classic a modern -ay- spelling.
Overall data confidence 75%
Behind the Name — James — root etymology

Variations

JamesJaimesJaymz

Nicknames

JayJaymie

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If you like Jaymes…

James— the standard spelling
Jaime— the Spanish form
Jameson— a 'son of James' name
Jamison— another James-derived name

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Jaymes mean?

Jaymes spells James — Hebrew 'supplanter, holder of the heel'.

How do you pronounce Jaymes?

It's said JAYMZ /ˈdʒeɪmz/ — a single syllable.

Is Jaymes a boy or girl name?

Jaymes is a boy's name.

How popular is Jaymes?

Jaymes is a rare spelling in the U.S.; James is far more common.

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