Jaime Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

The name Jaime originates from the Spanish language and is derived from Latin 'Iacobus,' which means 'supplanter.' It has evolved through various historical forms including Jacob and James. The name is associated with the biblical figure Jacob, adding to its significance. Jaime is a name that conveys strength and reliability, and while it is primarily used in Spanish-speaking cultures, it has gained recognition in other regions as well.

The name Jaime is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jaime has been falling for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Jaime' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2670th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1072nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 380th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 220th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 218th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 287th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 528th out of 23106 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 8072nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1282nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 179th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 250th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1029th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2874th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jaime' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jaime"

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Pronunciation

/ˈhaɪmeɪ/

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Origin

Spanish

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Etymology

Jaime is derived from the Latin name 'Iacobus,' which is a form of 'Jacob.' The name is often associated with the meaning 'supplanter' or 'one who follows.'

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Meaning

supplanter

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Language Evolution

Iacobus (Latin), Iacob (Greek), Ya'akov (Hebrew), James (English), Jaime (Spanish)

Biblical Background

The name is related to the biblical Jacob, who is a significant figure in the Hebrew Bible.

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Historical Usage

Jaime gained popularity in the Spanish-speaking world, especially after the Middle Ages, and has been widely used in various cultures.

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Variants & Derivatives

James, Jacques, Diego

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Modern Popularity & Image

Jaime is perceived as a classic yet modern name, often associated with strength and reliability. It is popular in Spanish-speaking countries and has gained some recognition in English-speaking areas.

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Famous People

Jaime Lannister (fictional character from 'Game of Thrones'), Jaime Camil (actor), Jaime Escalante (educator)

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jaime"

Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.

Yearly Ranking History of "Jaime"

"Jaime" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 2670th of 7545 152
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 1072nd of 6773 699
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 380th of 7552 7,276
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 220th of 10718 16,977
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 218th of 16616 21,134
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 287th of 24088 18,189
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 528th of 23106 6,641
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 8072nd of 9204 10
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 1282nd of 12526 1,231
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 179th of 19264 26,137
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 250th of 27321 18,201
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 1029th of 35406 3,743
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 2874th of 30306 709

Regional Popularity of "Jaime" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - 55.71%
1318th/2366
81.87%
935th/1142
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- 64.20%
999th/1556
32.72%
770th/2353
32.32%
500th/1547
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
23.30%
519th/2227
13.66%
332nd/2430
13.49%
385th/2853
10.34%
287th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
11.03%
324th/2937
6.83%
238th/3483
7.22%
254th/3518
3.34%
135th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
9.12%
336th/3685
6.48%
290th/4475
4.70%
244th/5194
2.07%
131st/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
9.54%
437th/4582
9.45%
488th/5164
3.95%
289th/7313
2.68%
200th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
21.18%
844th/3984
16.85%
756th/4487
7.42%
506th/6822
5.94%
373rd/6276

Regional Popularity of "Jaime" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - - -
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
- - - -
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
59.18%
1318th/2227
39.55%
961st/2430
61.90%
1766th/2853
33.15%
920th/2775
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
5.92%
174th/2937
4.08%
142nd/3483
6.99%
246th/3518
4.23%
171st/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
6.27%
231st/3685
3.75%
168th/4475
6.06%
315th/5194
4.35%
275th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
23.40%
1072nd/4582
12.63%
652nd/5164
16.74%
1224th/7313
16.20%
1209th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- 44.82%
2011th/4487
42.55%
2903rd/6822
44.30%
2780th/6276

State-by-State Popularity of "Jaime"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Jaime" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.