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Jim Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

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Overview

The meaning of the name "jim" is "short form of james, which means 'supplanter' or 'one who follows' in hebrew.", and is used often for "given name for boys.".

Name
jim
Meaning
short form of james, which means 'supplanter' or 'one who follows' in hebrew.
Pronunciation
jim (jem)
Used for
given name for boys.
Syllables
1

Jim Name Details

The name Jim is a diminutive form of the name James, which has its roots in the Hebrew name Ya'aqov. The name James became popular in the English-speaking world after the 17th century, particularly in Scotland. Jim is a commonly used nickname for individuals named James or variants of James, such as Jimmie or Jimmy.

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