Jaymie
Below 5 births
2025 SSA
About Jaymie
Jaymie is a masculine name that represents a modern, creative spelling variation of Jamie, which itself originated as a diminutive form of James. Derived ultimately from the Hebrew name Ya'akov (Jacob), meaning 'supplanter' or 'holder of the heel,' Jaymie emerged primarily in the late 20th century when alternative spellings became fashionable. The distinctive 'y' spelling gives the name a unique touch while maintaining the familiar pronunciation. Though traditionally used for boys, Jaymie has also been adopted as a feminine name in some cases, reflecting the trend toward gender-neutral names. The name carries a friendly, approachable quality while the unusual spelling adds individuality and contemporary flair.
Jaymie for girls#6005 US
Jaymie is a modern feminine spelling variation of Jamie, which originated as a diminutive of James (ultimately from Hebrew meaning 'supplanter'). This creative spelling emerged during the late 20th century when alternative name spellings became increasingly popular. Jaymie carries the friendly, approachable quality of Jamie while offering a distinctively feminine appearance through the 'y' substitution. The name peaked in popularity during the 1970s-1990s but has since become less common, giving it a somewhat nostalgic quality today. Jaymie maintains a youthful, cheerful image and works well across various ages. Its unisex origins coupled with feminine spelling make it appealingly versatile.
Pronounced JAY-mee.
As of October 2026, Jaymie ranked #11480 in US births in 2022 SSA, peaked at #2201 in 1976.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank · boys | Births · boys | US rank · girls | Births · girls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | #3,956 | 38 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | #2,981 | 58 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | #4,033 | 37 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | #4,332 | 33 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | #4,610 | 30 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | #4,594 | 30 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | — | 0 |