Jimmy
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Jimmy is a boy name of English origin meaning "Supplanter".
About this name
Gender
Boy
Language
English
Religion
Christian
Popularity
24 / 100
Syllables
2
Length
5 letters
Meaning
Supplanter
Etymology
Pet form of James, from Hebrew Ya'aqov (יעקב) meaning 'supplanter' or 'he who replaces'.
Famous People Named Jimmy
- Jimmy Wales — co-founder of Wikipedia (born 1966)
- Jimmy Carter — president of the United States from 1977 to 1981 (1924–2024)
- Jimmy Page — English guitarist (born 1944)
- Jimmy Fallon — American talk show host and comedian (born 1974)
- Jimmy Buffett — American singer-songwriter (1946–2023)
Frequently Asked Questions About Jimmy
What does the name Jimmy mean?
Jimmy means "Supplanter", and is of English origin.
What is the origin of the name Jimmy?
Jimmy originates from English, commonly used in Europe.
Is Jimmy a boy or girl name?
Jimmy is typically used as a boy name.
What religion is the name Jimmy associated with?
Jimmy is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Jimmy?
Yes — notable people named Jimmy include Jimmy Wales (co-founder of Wikipedia, born 1966), Jimmy Carter (president of the United States from 1977 to 1981, 1924–2024), Jimmy Page (English guitarist, born 1944), Jimmy Fallon (American talk show host and comedian, born 1974) and Jimmy Buffett (American singer-songwriter, 1946–2023).
Last updated: June 2026