James Waller

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

James Waller — supplanter
5.0 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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James Waller 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 Waller: Charlie Waller (American musician) (1935–2004), American bluegrass musician Charlie Waller (British musician) (born 1980), British rock musician Gordon Waller (1945–2009), Scottish singer-songwriter and guitarist, one half of the duo Peter and Gordon Anthony Waller (born 1959), film director Carroll Waller (1927–2014), American preservationist and writer Douglas 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: Waller

Scottish

Charlie Waller (American musician) (1935–2004), American bluegrass musician Charlie Waller (British musician) (born 1980), British rock musician Gordon Waller (1945–2009), Scottish singer-songwriter and guitarist, one half of the duo Peter and Gordon Anthony Waller (born 1959), film director Carroll Waller (1927–2014), American preservationist and writer Douglas 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 Waller

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 Waller:

11
Expression Number

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

3
Soul Urge Number

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

8
Personality Number

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

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 Waller?
The surname Waller originates from Scottish. Charlie Waller (American musician) (1935–2004), American bluegrass musician Charlie Waller (British musician) (born 1980), British rock musician Gordon Waller (1945–2009), Scottish singer-songwriter and guitarist, one half of the duo Peter and Gordon Anthony Waller (born 1959), film director Carroll Waller (1927–2014), American preservationist and writer Douglas C.
What are the origins of the name James Waller?
The name James Waller combines two different traditions: the first name James has Hebrew roots, while the surname Waller originates from Scottish.
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