Jimmie
Jimmie is a diminutive form of James, derived from the Hebrew name Jacob meaning 'supplanter' or 'holder of the heel.' This friendly, informal spelling with the '-ie' ending gives the classic name a more casual, approachable character.
Current Popularity
#3700 for boys
in the United States (2025)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •The '-ie' spelling gives it a more old-fashioned, vintage feel compared to 'Jimmy'
- •Often perceived as warm and down-to-earth
- •Easy to spell and pronounce across most English-speaking countries
- •Can work well as both a given name and a lifelong nickname
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Jimmie Johnson
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Jimmie Rodgers
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Jimmie Foxx
Baseball Hall of Fame slugger
Jimmie Walker
Actor and comedian, known for 'Good Times'
Statistics
112,267
Total births since 1880
1934
Peak year
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