Semaj

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Pronounced SEH-mahj /ˈsɛ.mɑdʒ/Medium

Meaning: A modern coined name formed by reversing James (a supplanter); no traditional meaning of its own; used for both sexes; here for girls; routes uncertainLow

In 30 seconds: A modern coinage ('James' reversed): Semaj is a coined name. Crisp, modern, and warm. Used for both sexes (here for girls; said 'SEH-mahj').

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Origin LowAmerican

MeaningA modern coined name formed by reversing James (a supplanter); no traditional meaning of its own; used for both sexes; here for girls; routes uncertain

U.S. rank (2024)#6576 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births18 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2009

Total births (all-time)≈ 2,019

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

Semaj is a modern coined name formed by reversing the name James (itself from Hebrew Yaakov, 'a supplanter'; we note it has no traditional meaning of its own; routes uncertain). A crisp, modern name, used for both sexes, here for girls (slug distinguished; nickname Sem).

It registers thinly in records. Rare, a-reversed-coinage, and modern.

Did you know? Semaj is James spelled backwards — a modern coined name with no traditional meaning of its own — crisp and modern, used for both sexes (here for girls; we note the reversal; said 'SEH-mahj').

Overall data confidence 35%

U.S. Social Security Administration name files — reversed coinage

Variations

SemaajSemajh

Nicknames

Sem

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Semaj mean?

Semaj is James spelled backwards — a modern coined name with no traditional meaning, which we note.

How do you pronounce Semaj?

It's said SEH-mahj /ˈsɛ.mɑdʒ/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Semaj a boy or girl name?

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

How popular is Semaj?

Semaj is a rare name in the U.S.