James Booker

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

James Booker — supplanter
5.0 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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James Booker is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name James is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin. English form of the Late Latin Jacomus, from Jacobus, from Hebrew Ya'akov (Jacob), meaning "supplanter." Name of two apostles and many kings. The surname Booker: Surname Austin Booker (born 2002), American football player Bob Booker (born 1958), English footballer Charles Booker (American politician) (born 1984), member of the Kentucky House of Representatives Charles Booker (Australian politician) (1865–1925), member of the Queensland Legislative Assembly Charles Dawson Booker (1897–1918), English World War I ace fighter pilot Charles Goodenough Booker (1859–1926), Canadian politician, mayor of Hamilton, Ontario Chris Booker (born 1971), American radio and television personality Chris Booker (baseball) (born 1976), American former Major League Basebal. James is one of the most widespread first names worldwide, carried by approximately 5.0 million people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name James reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: James

Meaning: supplanter

Hebrew

English form of the Late Latin Jacomus, from Jacobus, from Hebrew Ya'akov (Jacob), meaning "supplanter." Name of two apostles and many kings.

Surname: Booker

English

Surname Austin Booker (born 2002), American football player Bob Booker (born 1958), English footballer Charles Booker (American politician) (born 1984), member of the Kentucky House of Representatives Charles Booker (Australian politician) (1865–1925), member of the Queensland Legislative Assembly Charles Dawson Booker (1897–1918), English World War I ace fighter pilot Charles Goodenough Booker (1859–1926), Canadian politician, mayor of Hamilton, Ontario Chris Booker (born 1971), American radio and television personality Chris Booker (baseball) (born 1976), American former Major League Basebal.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name James is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 15%
Australia 8%
Canada 9%
Brazil 10%
Israel 6%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name James by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name James has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Jim
  • Jimmy
  • Jamie
  • Jacques
  • Diego
  • Giacomo
  • Hamish

Notable People Named James Booker

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for James Booker:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name James?
The first name James originates from Hebrew. English form of the Late Latin Jacomus, from Jacobus, from Hebrew Ya'akov (Jacob), meaning "supplanter." Name of two apostles and many kings.
When was James most popular?
The name James reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Booker?
The surname Booker originates from English. Surname Austin Booker (born 2002), American football player Bob Booker (born 1958), English footballer Charles Booker (American politician) (born 1984), member of the Kentucky House of Representatives Charles Booker (Australian politician) (1865–1925), member of the Queensland Legislative Assembly Charles Dawson Booker (1897–1918), English World War I ace fighter pilot Charles Goodenough Booker (1859–1926), Canadian politician, mayor of Hamilton, Ontario Chris Booker (born 1971), American radio and television personality Chris Booker (baseball) (born 1976), American former Major League Basebal.
What are the origins of the name James Booker?
The name James Booker combines two different traditions: the first name James has Hebrew roots, while the surname Booker originates from English.
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