James Dickey

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

James Dickey — supplanter
5.0 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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James Dickey 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 Dickey: People with the surname Annamary Dickey (1911–1999}. American actress Anne Alexander Dickey (1843–1940), Hawaiian clubwoman Basil Dickey (1880–1958), American screenwriter Bill Dickey (1907–1993), American baseball player and manager Bronwen Dickey (born 1981), American writer and journalist Charles William Dickey (1871–1942), American architect Christopher Dickey (1951–2020) American writer Dale Dickey (born 1961), American actress Darrell Dickey (born 1959), American football coach and former player Daryl Dickey (born 1961), American football administrator, former coach, and former player De. 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: Dickey

English

People with the surname Annamary Dickey (1911–1999}. American actress Anne Alexander Dickey (1843–1940), Hawaiian clubwoman Basil Dickey (1880–1958), American screenwriter Bill Dickey (1907–1993), American baseball player and manager Bronwen Dickey (born 1981), American writer and journalist Charles William Dickey (1871–1942), American architect Christopher Dickey (1951–2020) American writer Dale Dickey (born 1961), American actress Darrell Dickey (born 1959), American football coach and former player Daryl Dickey (born 1961), American football administrator, former coach, and former player De.

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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 Dickey

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 Dickey:

6
Expression Number

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

2
Soul Urge Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

22
Personality Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

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 Dickey?
The surname Dickey originates from English. People with the surname Annamary Dickey (1911–1999}. American actress Anne Alexander Dickey (1843–1940), Hawaiian clubwoman Basil Dickey (1880–1958), American screenwriter Bill Dickey (1907–1993), American baseball player and manager Bronwen Dickey (born 1981), American writer and journalist Charles William Dickey (1871–1942), American architect Christopher Dickey (1951–2020) American writer Dale Dickey (born 1961), American actress Darrell Dickey (born 1959), American football coach and former player Daryl Dickey (born 1961), American football administrator, former coach, and former player De.
What are the origins of the name James Dickey?
The name James Dickey combines two different traditions: the first name James has Hebrew roots, while the surname Dickey originates from English.
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