James Delgadillo

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

James Delgadillo — supplanter
5.0 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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James Delgadillo 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 Delgadillo: Angel Delgadillo (born 1927), the creator of the first Route 66 Association Antonio Pérez Delgadillo (born 1978), Mexican football goalkeeper Ceyli Delgadillo, American voice actress Diego Delgadillo (born 1533), judge of the first Audiencia of New Spain Fernando Delgadillo (born 1965), Latin American musician and composer Jenaro Sánchez Delgadillo (1886–1927), Mexican martyr who died in the Cristero War Nicolás Delgadillo (born 1997), Argentine footballer Robert A. 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: Delgadillo

Spanish

Angel Delgadillo (born 1927), the creator of the first Route 66 Association Antonio Pérez Delgadillo (born 1978), Mexican football goalkeeper Ceyli Delgadillo, American voice actress Diego Delgadillo (born 1533), judge of the first Audiencia of New Spain Fernando Delgadillo (born 1965), Latin American musician and composer Jenaro Sánchez Delgadillo (1886–1927), Mexican martyr who died in the Cristero War Nicolás Delgadillo (born 1997), Argentine footballer Robert A.

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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 Delgadillo

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 Delgadillo:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

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 Delgadillo?
The surname Delgadillo originates from Spanish. Angel Delgadillo (born 1927), the creator of the first Route 66 Association Antonio Pérez Delgadillo (born 1978), Mexican football goalkeeper Ceyli Delgadillo, American voice actress Diego Delgadillo (born 1533), judge of the first Audiencia of New Spain Fernando Delgadillo (born 1965), Latin American musician and composer Jenaro Sánchez Delgadillo (1886–1927), Mexican martyr who died in the Cristero War Nicolás Delgadillo (born 1997), Argentine footballer Robert A.
What are the origins of the name James Delgadillo?
The name James Delgadillo combines two different traditions: the first name James has Hebrew roots, while the surname Delgadillo originates from Spanish.
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