Curated name meaning and origin

James

Curated linguistic recordboy

Traditional form of Jacob

At a glance

Research status
Curated linguistic record
Canonical spelling
James
Script
Latin
Pronunciation
JAYMZ
Origin
Hebrew
Language
Hebrew through Latin and English
Region
Global
Cultural / locale context
Jewish, Christian
Gender usage
boy
Starting character
J
Letters / characters
5
Syllables
1
Style tags
traditional, international

Meaning and etymology

Meaning: Traditional form of Jacob

English form descended from Late Latin Iacomus, ultimately Hebrew Yaʿaqov

Spellings and related forms

Recorded spelling variants

JaimeGiacomo

Explicitly related names

Source and canonical record

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Data tier
Curated linguistic record
Canonical URL slug
james
Indexing
Canonical, indexable name page
Alias behavior
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Numerology for James

These are letter-value calculations, not scientific measurements. The model and exact spelling or transliteration used are shown so the result can be checked.

Pythagorean

Expression 3

Compound value: 12

Soul Urge: 6 · Personality: 6

Chaldean

Name number 5

Compound value: 14

Primary interpretation

This pattern is linked with curiosity, change, and a need for enough freedom to stay engaged.

Compound 14: Movement and communication; freedom works best with moderation.

Compatible numbers in this interpretive model: 1, 3, 5, 7, 9

Common questions about James

What does the name James mean?

Traditional form of Jacob. English form descended from Late Latin Iacomus, ultimately Hebrew Yaʿaqov

How is James pronounced?

The pronunciation guide in this curated record is JAYMZ. Regional accents may vary.

What is the origin of James?

The record classifies the origin as Hebrew, with usage in Hebrew through Latin and English.

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