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Jimmy

Name Meaning:

Diminutive of James (Hebrew Jacob, "supplanter").

Noteable Namesakes

Jimmy Carter (US President); Jimmy Fallon (TV Host); Jimmy Kimmel (TV Host); Jimmy Stewart (Actor); Jimmy Hendrix (Musician - Jimi)

Origin

Hebrew

Popularity

US: #791, UK: #476

Variations/Nicknames

Jim; Jimmie

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