Jamesy

English variation of Jacob, Hebrew

"supplanter"

Jamesy Origin and Meaning

The name Jamesy is a boy's name.

Jamesy is an affectionate diminutive form of James, which itself derives from the Hebrew name Ya'akov (Jacob), meaning 'supplanter.' While James has been consistently popular throughout English-speaking countries for centuries, Jamesy represents its more playful, informal cousin. Traditionally used as a nickname in Irish and Scottish communities, it occasionally appears as a given name in its own right. Jamesy carries a warm, friendly quality with its -y ending, creating a name that feels approachable and endearing. Though uncommon on birth certificates, it maintains presence as a familiar term of endearment, particularly in Celtic regions.