James Slayton

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

James Slayton — supplanter
5.0 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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James Slayton 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 Slayton: Slayton A. Evans, Jr. (1943–2001), American chemist People with the surname Chris Slayton (born 1995), American football player Darius Slayton (born 1997), American football player Deke Slayton (1924–1993), one of the original 7 Mercury astronauts Bobby Slayton (born 1955), American comedian John W. Slayton (1861–1935), American socialist lecturer and politician Paul Wall (born Paul Slayton in 1981), American rapper Helen Slayton-Hughes (1930-2022), American actress Slaytonville, Arkansas, an unincorporated community 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: Slayton

English

Slayton A. Evans, Jr. (1943–2001), American chemist People with the surname Chris Slayton (born 1995), American football player Darius Slayton (born 1997), American football player Deke Slayton (1924–1993), one of the original 7 Mercury astronauts Bobby Slayton (born 1955), American comedian John W. Slayton (1861–1935), American socialist lecturer and politician Paul Wall (born Paul Slayton in 1981), American rapper Helen Slayton-Hughes (1930-2022), American actress Slaytonville, Arkansas, an unincorporated community

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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 Slayton

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 Slayton:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

4
Soul Urge Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

6
Personality Number

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

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 Slayton?
The surname Slayton originates from English. Slayton A. Evans, Jr. (1943–2001), American chemist People with the surname Chris Slayton (born 1995), American football player Darius Slayton (born 1997), American football player Deke Slayton (1924–1993), one of the original 7 Mercury astronauts Bobby Slayton (born 1955), American comedian John W. Slayton (1861–1935), American socialist lecturer and politician Paul Wall (born Paul Slayton in 1981), American rapper Helen Slayton-Hughes (1930-2022), American actress Slaytonville, Arkansas, an unincorporated community
What are the origins of the name James Slayton?
The name James Slayton combines two different traditions: the first name James has Hebrew roots, while the surname Slayton originates from English.
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