Jim
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Supplanter, may God protect
Origin: English (diminutive)
Popularity: Ranked #3159 in 2025 with 38 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Jimmy. Shares the meaning 'Supplanter, may God protect.'
Similar names: jimma, jimmie, jimmy, jaima, jaimee, jaimie, jeimy, jimi
Name length: 3 letters
How common is Jim? About 1 in 87,592 babies born in 2025 were named Jim, or roughly 0.1 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Jim
What does the name Jim mean?
Jim means “Supplanter, may God protect” from English (diminutive) roots.
What is the origin of the name Jim?
Jim has English (diminutive) origin. The traditional meaning is “Supplanter, may God protect”.
How popular is Jim?
Jim ranked #3128 in 2025 — given to 38 babies that year.
When was Jim most popular?
Jim peaked in 1959 with 5,687 babies registered that year.
Is Jim a boy or girl name?
Jim is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Jims in registered births are male.
Is the name Jim rising or falling in popularity?
Jim has fallen 196 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #2932 in 2020 to #3128 in 2025.
How long has Jim been recorded?
Jim appears in birth records across 146 years — from 1880 through 2025.