James Goines

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

James Goines — supplanter
5.0 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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James Goines 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 Goines: David Lance Goines (born 1945), American artist Donald Goines (1936–1974), American writer Donny Goines, stage name of American rapper Donny Scott Gerald Goines, Houston police officer charged with felony murder for an unjustified 2019 police raid Lincoln Goines (born 1953), American musician Oscar Goines (1893–?), American Negro league baseball player in the 1910s Siena Goines (born 1969), American actress Victor Goines (born 1961), American jazz musician Walter Goines, American Negro league pitcher who played in the 1930s William Goines (born 1936), first African-American Navy SEAL Jennifer . 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: Goines

English

David Lance Goines (born 1945), American artist Donald Goines (1936–1974), American writer Donny Goines, stage name of American rapper Donny Scott Gerald Goines, Houston police officer charged with felony murder for an unjustified 2019 police raid Lincoln Goines (born 1953), American musician Oscar Goines (1893–?), American Negro league baseball player in the 1910s Siena Goines (born 1969), American actress Victor Goines (born 1961), American jazz musician Walter Goines, American Negro league pitcher who played in the 1930s William Goines (born 1936), first African-American Navy SEAL Jennifer .

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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 Goines

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 Goines:

9
Expression Number

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

8
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Goines?
The surname Goines originates from English. David Lance Goines (born 1945), American artist Donald Goines (1936–1974), American writer Donny Goines, stage name of American rapper Donny Scott Gerald Goines, Houston police officer charged with felony murder for an unjustified 2019 police raid Lincoln Goines (born 1953), American musician Oscar Goines (1893–?), American Negro league baseball player in the 1910s Siena Goines (born 1969), American actress Victor Goines (born 1961), American jazz musician Walter Goines, American Negro league pitcher who played in the 1930s William Goines (born 1936), first African-American Navy SEAL Jennifer .
What are the origins of the name James Goines?
The name James Goines combines two different traditions: the first name James has Hebrew roots, while the surname Goines originates from English.
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