MeaningSupplanter, Successor, He who replaces. | Formal: One who takes precedence.
OriginModern American
GenderMale
Syllables2
NumerologyLife Path 7
US Rank (today)#8382
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Origin & history of Jamis
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Modern American roots
The name Jamis appears to be a modern spelling variation, elaboration, or stylistic form connected to the name Jamil. The root name Jamil has origins in Arabic and is generally associated with the meaning beautiful. Names such as Jamis often preserve the sound or cultural feel of the original root while adding a more contemporary or distinctive spelling style.
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Root name
The root form of Jamis is
Jamis — meaning Supplanter, Successor, He who replaces. | Formal: One who takes precedence..
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Modern usage
Jamis remains a beloved choice. Timeless appeal across cultures and generations.
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How popular is Jamis?
2016peak year
The name Jamis reached its peak in 2016, with 16 registrations (ranked #5654). The name has actually been around since 1927 — over a century — though it took until recently to find its widest audience. Since the peak, the name has eased to well outside the top 1,000 (around #8382) today, averaging about 10 new babies per year. Jamis has been declining in recent years. Across all years on record, approximately 278 American babies have carried this name.
Year-by-year registrations1880–2024 · U.S. Social Security data
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