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
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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.
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