All about the name

Jamy

Male

« Jamy is a Hebrew name meaning 'my sea', a variant of Jamie which means 'supplanter' or 'may God enlarge'. Popularized by Scottish settlers, Jamy is now predominantly used as a boy's name but can also be given to girls. »

#8985 since 1900

Meaning, origin, history

The name Jamy is of Hebrew origin and means "my sea." It is a variant spelling of the name Jamie, which is also of Hebrew origin and means "supplanter" or "may God enlarge (the family)." The name Jamy is believed to have been popularized in English-speaking countries by Scottish settlers who brought their naming traditions with them. Today, Jamy is still predominantly used as a boy's name but can be given to either gender. Despite its Hebrew origins, the name Jamy does not appear in the Bible or other religious texts, and it has no specific historical figures associated with it. Rather, it is simply a unique and attractive name choice for parents looking for something different for their child.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Jamy since 1880

Total births
383
Total since 1880
Peak year
1972
38 births
in 2009
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
0%
vs previous 5 years