James Heine

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

James Heine — supplanter
5.0 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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James Heine 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 Heine: Heine is both a surname and a given name of German origin. People with that name include: People with the surname Albert Heine (1867–1949), German actor Alice Heine (1858–1925), American-born princess of Monaco Armand Heine (1818–1883), French banker and philanthropist Ben Heine (born 1983), Belgian visual artist and music producer Bernd Heine (born 1939), German linguist and Afrikanist Bernhard Heine (1800–1846), German physician and bone specialist Bill Heine (1945–2019), British radio presenter Bud Heine (1900–1976), American baseball player Cariba Heine (born 1988), Australian actress Carl. 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: Heine

French

Heine is both a surname and a given name of German origin. People with that name include: People with the surname Albert Heine (1867–1949), German actor Alice Heine (1858–1925), American-born princess of Monaco Armand Heine (1818–1883), French banker and philanthropist Ben Heine (born 1983), Belgian visual artist and music producer Bernd Heine (born 1939), German linguist and Afrikanist Bernhard Heine (1800–1846), German physician and bone specialist Bill Heine (1945–2019), British radio presenter Bud Heine (1900–1976), American baseball player Cariba Heine (born 1988), Australian actress Carl.

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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 Heine

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 Heine:

8
Expression Number

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

7
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Heine?
The surname Heine originates from French. Heine is both a surname and a given name of German origin. People with that name include: People with the surname Albert Heine (1867–1949), German actor Alice Heine (1858–1925), American-born princess of Monaco Armand Heine (1818–1883), French banker and philanthropist Ben Heine (born 1983), Belgian visual artist and music producer Bernd Heine (born 1939), German linguist and Afrikanist Bernhard Heine (1800–1846), German physician and bone specialist Bill Heine (1945–2019), British radio presenter Bud Heine (1900–1976), American baseball player Cariba Heine (born 1988), Australian actress Carl.
What are the origins of the name James Heine?
The name James Heine combines two different traditions: the first name James has Hebrew roots, while the surname Heine originates from French.
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