James is a popular given name of English origin that has been widely used throughout history. It comes from the Middle English variant 'James', which was derived from the Latin form 'Iacobus'. This, in turn, is a derivative of the Hebrew name 'Ya'aqov', which means "supplanter" or "hold by the heel".
The name James gained prominence during the Middle Ages through the influence of St. James the Apostle, who was one of Jesus Christ's twelve disciples and the patron saint of Spain. He was also believed to be the person to whom the Epistle of James in the New Testament is attributed.
In Scotland, the name James became particularly significant with the reign of King James I (1397-1437), who was a major figure in Scottish history. He was the first monarch of both Scotland and England, uniting the two kingdoms under one crown for the first time. This further popularized the name among Scottish families.
The name James has been borne by numerous notable figures throughout history, including several kings, writers, and scientists. Some examples include King James I of England, author James Joyce, and physicist James Clerk Maxwell.
Today, James remains a popular choice for parents naming their sons. It continues to be associated with qualities such as wisdom, leadership, and strength, reflecting its historical roots and the accomplishments of those who have borne the name throughout history.
The given statistics show the annual number of births with the name Jame in the United States from 1957 to 2006. Over this period, there were a total of 403 babies named Jame.
The name's popularity varied over time. In the early years (1957-1964), the number of births was relatively low and ranged between 6 and 10 per year. However, there was a significant increase in the late 1970s and early 1980s, with the highest peak occurring in 1985 when there were 19 babies named Jame.
After this peak, the popularity of the name declined steadily until it reached its lowest point in the late 1990s and early 2000s, with only a few births per year. Despite this decline, there was another slight increase in the mid-2000s, with 7 births in 2003 and 5 births in 2006.
Overall, while Jame was not among the most popular names during this period, its popularity did vary over time, with periods of higher and lower usage.