The nameJaime
Jaime is a Spanish and Portuguese boy's name, a form of James.
- Boy's name
- Spanish and Portuguese
Meaning
Like James, it comes from the Hebrew Yaakov, often understood as "one who holds the heel".
Origin
Spanish and Portuguese.
History
Found in France from the early 20th century, Jaime was mostly given there in the 1960s and 1970s, then became very rare.
Popularity of the name Jaime
Jaime in France
2570thmost popular boys' name in France, latest official figures
1972peak year (45 births)
1,000babies named Jaime in France since 1900
Jaime was most popular in France in the 1970s, with 225 births over the decade, 23% of all recorded babies named Jaime. Its rise began around 1908, and it peaked in 1972. Half of all babies named Jaime in France were born before 1970, so it is mostly a parents' generation name.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jaime mean?
Like James, it comes from the Hebrew Yaakov, often understood as "one who holds the heel".
What is the origin of the name Jaime?
Spanish and Portuguese.
Is Jaime a girl's or a boy's name?
Jaime is a boy's name.