James Justus

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

James Justus — supplanter
5.0 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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James Justus 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 Justus: Buddy Justus (1952–1990), American spree killer Carolyn K. Justus (born 1945), American politician György Justus (1898–1945), Jewish Hungarian composer Jolie Justus (born 1971), American lawyer and politician Julian Justus (born 1988), German sports shooter Klaus-Peter Justus (born 1951), East German retired middle distance runner Larry T. Justus (1932–2002), American politician May Justus (1898-1989), American writer of children's books Roberto Justus (born 1955), Brazilian TV personality Steffen Justus (born 1982), German triathlete Justice (surname) 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: Justus

Hebrew

Buddy Justus (1952–1990), American spree killer Carolyn K. Justus (born 1945), American politician György Justus (1898–1945), Jewish Hungarian composer Jolie Justus (born 1971), American lawyer and politician Julian Justus (born 1988), German sports shooter Klaus-Peter Justus (born 1951), East German retired middle distance runner Larry T. Justus (1932–2002), American politician May Justus (1898-1989), American writer of children's books Roberto Justus (born 1955), Brazilian TV personality Steffen Justus (born 1982), German triathlete Justice (surname)

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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 Justus

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 Justus:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

3
Soul Urge Number

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

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

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 Justus?
The surname Justus originates from Hebrew. Buddy Justus (1952–1990), American spree killer Carolyn K. Justus (born 1945), American politician György Justus (1898–1945), Jewish Hungarian composer Jolie Justus (born 1971), American lawyer and politician Julian Justus (born 1988), German sports shooter Klaus-Peter Justus (born 1951), East German retired middle distance runner Larry T. Justus (1932–2002), American politician May Justus (1898-1989), American writer of children's books Roberto Justus (born 1955), Brazilian TV personality Steffen Justus (born 1982), German triathlete Justice (surname)
How common is the surname Justus?
The surname Justus is shared by approximately 7K people worldwide.
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