boy · English

James

/JA-mes/

Meaning: Supplanter

James at a glance

Meaning
Supplanter
Origin
English
Religion
Christian
Gender
boy
Pronunciation
JA-mes
Syllables
2
Popularity
classic
Variants & Spellings
Jaames, Jamesi, Jamesya, Jaamesa, Jaamesie, Jaame

Lucky details for James

Number
6
Color
Soft Pink
Stone
Diamond
Flower
Rose
Day
Friday
Planet
Venus
Zodiac
Libra
Metal
Copper

James is a English name meaning “supplanter”. Parents choose James for its 2-syllable rhythm and its association with warm, affectionate, family-first. In Chaldean numerology the letters of James reduce to 6, a number linked with Venus and with people who are nurturing, artistic, creates harmony wherever they go.

Numerology

Chaldean value 6 — Warm, affectionate, family-first.

Personality

Warm, affectionate, family-first

Positive Traits

Nurturing, artistic, creates harmony wherever they go

Negative Traits

Can over-give and forget their own needs

Career Suggestions

Medicine, design, music, education, hospitality

Nicknames

Jame Jami Jamy Jay

Middle Names

Sibling Names

Compatible Names

FAQs about the name James

What does the name James mean?

James means “supplanter” and comes from a English root.

Is James a boy or girl name?

James is most often used as a boy name today.

How do you pronounce James?

James is pronounced JA-mes (2 syllables).

What is the lucky number for James?

The lucky number for James is 6, ruled by Venus.

What are good nicknames for James?

Popular short forms include Jame, Jami, Jamy, Jay.