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How to pronounce James (JAYMZ)

James

JAYMZ

Jaymz

One syllable. The 'es' ending sounds like 'z'.

Notes

One syllable. The 'es' ending sounds like 'z'.

Origin & meaning

Origin
Hebrew via Latin
Meaning
supplanter (English form of Jacob)

Aussie nickname — what your mates might call you

  • Jimbo
  • Jimmy
Why we shorten names like this →

Popularity

Borne by two kings of England and many saints.

Notable people

  • James Bond (fictional spy)
  • James Cook (English explorer of Australia)

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