James Tedford

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

James Tedford — supplanter
5.0 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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James Tedford 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 Tedford: Surname Alfred Tedford (1877–1942), Irish rugby player James Tedford (1884–c.1949), American veteran and victim of the Bennington Triangle Jeff Tedford (born 1961), American football coach Mark Tedford (born 1969), American politician Richard H. Tedford (1929–2011), American curator Travis Tedford (born 1988), American actor William H. Tedford (1844–1917), American judge; namesake of the W.H. Tedford House Tedford H. Cann (1897–1963), American swimmer 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: Tedford

Irish

Surname Alfred Tedford (1877–1942), Irish rugby player James Tedford (1884–c.1949), American veteran and victim of the Bennington Triangle Jeff Tedford (born 1961), American football coach Mark Tedford (born 1969), American politician Richard H. Tedford (1929–2011), American curator Travis Tedford (born 1988), American actor William H. Tedford (1844–1917), American judge; namesake of the W.H. Tedford House Tedford H. Cann (1897–1963), American swimmer

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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 Tedford

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 Tedford:

3
Expression Number

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

8
Soul Urge Number

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

4
Personality Number

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

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 Tedford?
The surname Tedford originates from Irish. Surname Alfred Tedford (1877–1942), Irish rugby player James Tedford (1884–c.1949), American veteran and victim of the Bennington Triangle Jeff Tedford (born 1961), American football coach Mark Tedford (born 1969), American politician Richard H. Tedford (1929–2011), American curator Travis Tedford (born 1988), American actor William H. Tedford (1844–1917), American judge; namesake of the W.H. Tedford House Tedford H. Cann (1897–1963), American swimmer
What are the origins of the name James Tedford?
The name James Tedford combines two different traditions: the first name James has Hebrew roots, while the surname Tedford originates from Irish.
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