James Keeley

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

James Keeley — supplanter
5.0 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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James Keeley 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 Keeley: Surname Barbara Keeley, British Labour MP Damian Keeley (born 1963), English professional football player Earl Keeley (born 1936), Canadian football player Edmund Keeley (1928–2022), American author, translator, and Professor Emeritus of English Edna Keeley (1884–1961) American stage actress Fred Keeley (born 1950), American politician from California; state representative James Keeley (1867–1934), American newspaper editor and publisher Joseph C. 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: Keeley

English

Surname Barbara Keeley, British Labour MP Damian Keeley (born 1963), English professional football player Earl Keeley (born 1936), Canadian football player Edmund Keeley (1928–2022), American author, translator, and Professor Emeritus of English Edna Keeley (1884–1961) American stage actress Fred Keeley (born 1950), American politician from California; state representative James Keeley (1867–1934), American newspaper editor and publisher Joseph C.

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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 Keeley

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 Keeley:

3
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

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

9
Personality Number

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

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 Keeley?
The surname Keeley originates from English. Surname Barbara Keeley, British Labour MP Damian Keeley (born 1963), English professional football player Earl Keeley (born 1936), Canadian football player Edmund Keeley (1928–2022), American author, translator, and Professor Emeritus of English Edna Keeley (1884–1961) American stage actress Fred Keeley (born 1950), American politician from California; state representative James Keeley (1867–1934), American newspaper editor and publisher Joseph C.
What are the origins of the name James Keeley?
The name James Keeley combines two different traditions: the first name James has Hebrew roots, while the surname Keeley originates from English.
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