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James - Baby Name Meaning and Origin

James

Letter: J
boy

Origin:

Hebrew , English , Biblical

Similar Names:

Jaimes , Jameis , Jamesa , Jamese , Jamesi , Jamess , Jammes , Jaymes , Jaes , Jame

Meaning of James:

James is an English name that means 'supplanter' or 'one who follows'. It is derived from the Hebrew name Ya'aqov, which is translated as Jacob in the Bible. James represents a person who is determined and persevering, willing to take over or continue the work of those who came before them.

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