James

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James is a name for a boy.

Meaning of the name James

The name James has its origin in the Hebrew name James (Ya'aqov), which means "one who holds by the heel" or "follower". In English-speaking countries, the name spread thanks to biblical characters and became very popular. In different cultures, the name James has different variations, such as Jacques in French or Giacomo in Italian.

Where the name James originated

The name James originated as an English version of the Hebrew name James (Ya'aqov), which made its way into Old French (James) via Greek (Iakobos) and Latin (Iacobus). The name then spread in English-speaking countries due to biblical characters and the historical influence of Christianity.

Where the name James is used

The name James is mainly used in English-speaking countries such as the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. It may also appear in other countries with English influence or among communities that have adopted Anglo-Saxon culture.

Derivatives of the name James

Derivatives of the name James include, for example, Jamie, Jim, Jimmy, Jem and Jay. Other variants exist in different languages and cultures, such as Jakob in German, Jacques in French, Giacomo in Italian, Jaime in Spanish and Tiago in Portuguese.

How many people are named James

The exact number of people named James worldwide is not readily available, but in English-speaking countries such as the United States and the United Kingdom, it is a very popular name. In the US, James has long been one of the most commonly used boys' names, ranking sixth in 2020, according to the Social Security Administration. It is estimated that millions of people worldwide bear this name.

Notable bearers of the name James

Notable bearers of the name James include the writer James Joyce, a famous Irish author, the actor James Dean, an icon of American cinema, and James Madison, the fourth President of the United States. Others are James Cameron, the renowned film director, James Brown, the famous American singer, and James Watt, the Scottish inventor of the steam engine. More popular today is James Bond, the fictional British secret agent.

When does James celebrate their holiday

	James celebrates a holiday according to the Holidays Poland calendar in the month of July, specifically on September 16. In this year 2024, she celebrates on September 16, 2024, which is a Tuesday. In 2025, it then comes out on a Wednesday.
	James celebrates a holiday according to the Holidays Sweden calendar in the month of July, specifically on September 16. In this year 2024, she celebrates on September 16, 2024, which is a Thursday. In 2025, it then comes out on a Friday.