Jamie
Jamie is a unisex name of Scottish origin meaning “Supplanter”, pronounced JAY-mee. It ranked #577 in the United States in 2025, given to 508 babies, and peaked at #62 in 1976. Common nicknames: Jam, J.
How popular is Jamie in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Jamie mean, and where does it come from?
Jamie is the Scottish diminutive of James, from the Hebrew Ya'aqov by way of Latin and French, and it has been used in the Lowlands for centuries — Jamie is what Scotland called its kings called James. It crossed into American use in 1896, peaked in 1976 and is rising again now. It is one of the genuinely balanced unisex names: Jamie Foxx and Jamie Lee Curtis, Jamie Oliver and Jamie Chung, with the American split running close to even for the last forty years.
How is Jamie used around the world?
Jamie is used in 2 languages worldwide, with 10+ international variants.
TypeUnisex name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Jamie?
Famous People Named Jamie
- Jamie Foxx — American actor, singer and Academy Award winner
- Jamie Lee Curtis — American actress and Academy Award winner
- Jamie Oliver — English chef and food campaigner
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Jamie mean?
Jamie is a unisex name of Scottish origin meaning "Supplanter." Jamie is the Scottish diminutive of James, from the Hebrew Ya'aqov by way of Latin and French, and it has been used in the Lowlands for centuries — Jamie is what Scotland called its kings called James. It crossed into American use in 1896, peaked in 1976 and is rising again now.
How do you pronounce Jamie?
Jamie is pronounced JAY-mee. Common variations include Jaime, Jamey, Jami.
Is Jamie a unisex name?
Yes, Jamie is traditionally a unisex name. Popular nicknames include Jam, J.