James Gaspard

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

James Gaspard — supplanter
5.0 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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James Gaspard 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 Gaspard: Gaspard II Schetz, Lord of Grobbendonk Gaspard Abeille (1648–1718), French poet Gaspard André (1840–1896), French architect Gaspard Augé (born 1979), one half of French electronic music duo Justice Claude Gaspard Bachet de Méziriac (1581–1638), French mathematician Gaspard Bauhin (1560–1624), Swiss botanist Gaspard Laurent Bayle (1774–1816), French physician Gaspard Bobek (1593–1635), Croatian Roman Catholic prelate Gaspard Auguste Brullé (1809–1873), French entomologist Gaspard Jean-Baptiste Brunet (1734–1793), French military commander Gaspard Bureau (died 1469), French ballistics expert and. 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: Gaspard

French

Gaspard II Schetz, Lord of Grobbendonk Gaspard Abeille (1648–1718), French poet Gaspard André (1840–1896), French architect Gaspard Augé (born 1979), one half of French electronic music duo Justice Claude Gaspard Bachet de Méziriac (1581–1638), French mathematician Gaspard Bauhin (1560–1624), Swiss botanist Gaspard Laurent Bayle (1774–1816), French physician Gaspard Bobek (1593–1635), Croatian Roman Catholic prelate Gaspard Auguste Brullé (1809–1873), French entomologist Gaspard Jean-Baptiste Brunet (1734–1793), French military commander Gaspard Bureau (died 1469), French ballistics expert and.

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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 Gaspard

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 Gaspard:

6
Expression Number

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

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

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 Gaspard?
The surname Gaspard originates from French. Gaspard II Schetz, Lord of Grobbendonk Gaspard Abeille (1648–1718), French poet Gaspard André (1840–1896), French architect Gaspard Augé (born 1979), one half of French electronic music duo Justice Claude Gaspard Bachet de Méziriac (1581–1638), French mathematician Gaspard Bauhin (1560–1624), Swiss botanist Gaspard Laurent Bayle (1774–1816), French physician Gaspard Bobek (1593–1635), Croatian Roman Catholic prelate Gaspard Auguste Brullé (1809–1873), French entomologist Gaspard Jean-Baptiste Brunet (1734–1793), French military commander Gaspard Bureau (died 1469), French ballistics expert and.
What are the origins of the name James Gaspard?
The name James Gaspard combines two different traditions: the first name James has Hebrew roots, while the surname Gaspard originates from French.
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