Jammy
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
462 Total Births
145 Years of Data
1976 Peak Popularity Year
34 Peak Births

Jammy Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

The name Jammy originates from the name James, which means 'supplanter' and has roots in Hebrew. It evolved through various historical forms, including Iakobos and Jacobus, before taking on its modern form. Jammy is often viewed as a friendly and informal name, with little biblical relevance. Its popularity has grown in recent years, largely as a playful alternative to the more traditional James.

The name Jammy 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, Jammy has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Jammy' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5842nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2683rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6951st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 17717th out of 24088 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 11867th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7943rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 17321st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 25257th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Jammy' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jammy"

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Pronunciation

/ˈdʒæmi/

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Origin

English

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Etymology

The name Jammy is derived from the name James, which has Hebrew origins. It is often used as a diminutive or affectionate form.

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Meaning

supplanter

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Language Evolution

Iakobos (Greek), Jacobus (Latin), James (Old French), Jammy (Modern English)

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Historical Usage

The name James has been popular since the medieval period, and Jammy emerged as a playful or affectionate variant in the 20th century.

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Variants & Derivatives

James, Jim, Jimmy

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Modern Popularity & Image

Jammy is perceived as a friendly and informal name, often associated with warmth and camaraderie.

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Famous People

Jammy Dodger (fictional character), Jammy Jams (children's music artist)

📊 Jammy Name Trend Analysis

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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable
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Girl Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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✨ Jammy Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Less Common name with 34 peak births in 1976

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 1 US states, with strongest presence in Alabama

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 8 different American generations with varying popularity

Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jammy"

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 "Jammy"

"Jammy" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 5842nd of 7552 18
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 2683rd of 10718 217
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 6951st of 16616 79
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 17717th of 24088 18
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 11867th of 12526 6
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 7943rd of 19264 77
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 17321st of 27321 27
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 25257th of 35406 20

Regional Popularity of "Jammy" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
- - 64.38%
2265th/3518
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Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
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Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
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Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
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Regional Popularity of "Jammy" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
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Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
- - - -
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
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State-by-State Popularity of "Jammy"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Jammy" 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.