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Summary

Jamey is a modern variant of James, rooted in Hebrew origins with the meaning of 'supplanter.' It has evolved through various languages, starting from Yaakov in Hebrew to its current form in English. The name is often perceived as friendly and youthful, gaining popularity in the 20th century. While it does not have a direct biblical background, it is associated with the biblical name Jacob. Notable people with this name include country singer Jamey Johnson and educator Jamey Aebersold.

The name Jamey is most popular in Alabama, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the South 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, Jamey 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, stalled 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, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Jamey' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6773rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1349th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 503rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1147th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3750th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4833rd out of 23106 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 7165th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2489th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1440th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2131st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4703rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10406th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jamey' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.