Jamie Sherlock

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Jamie Sherlock — Scottish
237K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Jamie Sherlock is a name that combines Scottish origins. The first name Jamie is a feminine given name of Scottish origin. Jamie is a unisex name. Traditionally a masculine name, it can be diminutive form of James or, more rarely, other names and is of Scots language origin. It is also given as a name in its own right. Since the mid-20th century it has been used as an occasional feminine name particularly in the United States. The surname Sherlock: Sherlock Holmes, a fictional detective created by Arthur Conan Doyle Sherlock (TV series), a BBC TV series that started in 2010 Sherlock Hemlock, a Muppet from the TV show Sesame Street Sherlock (video game), a 1984 text adventure by Melbourne House Sherlock: Untold Stories, a Japanese TV series aired in 2019 Sherlock James Andrews (1801–1880), American lawyer and abolitionist Congressman Sherlock Bristol (1815–1906), American congregational clergyman Sherlock Houston Carmer (1842–1884), American politician Surname Allie Sherlock (born 2005), Irish singer Charles Sherlock (born 1945), Australi. Jamie is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 237K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Jamie reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Jamie

Scottish

Jamie is a unisex name. Traditionally a masculine name, it can be diminutive form of James or, more rarely, other names and is of Scots language origin. It is also given as a name in its own right. Since the mid-20th century it has been used as an occasional feminine name particularly in the United States.

Surname: Sherlock

Irish

Sherlock Holmes, a fictional detective created by Arthur Conan Doyle Sherlock (TV series), a BBC TV series that started in 2010 Sherlock Hemlock, a Muppet from the TV show Sesame Street Sherlock (video game), a 1984 text adventure by Melbourne House Sherlock: Untold Stories, a Japanese TV series aired in 2019 Sherlock James Andrews (1801–1880), American lawyer and abolitionist Congressman Sherlock Bristol (1815–1906), American congregational clergyman Sherlock Houston Carmer (1842–1884), American politician Surname Allie Sherlock (born 2005), Irish singer Charles Sherlock (born 1945), Australi.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Jamie is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Jamie by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Jamie Sherlock

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 Jamie Sherlock:

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 Jamie?
The first name Jamie originates from Scottish. Jamie is a unisex name. Traditionally a masculine name, it can be diminutive form of James or, more rarely, other names and is of Scots language origin. It is also given as a name in its own right. Since the mid-20th century it has been used as an occasional feminine name particularly in the United States.
When was Jamie most popular?
The name Jamie reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Sherlock?
The surname Sherlock originates from Irish. Sherlock Holmes, a fictional detective created by Arthur Conan Doyle Sherlock (TV series), a BBC TV series that started in 2010 Sherlock Hemlock, a Muppet from the TV show Sesame Street Sherlock (video game), a 1984 text adventure by Melbourne House Sherlock: Untold Stories, a Japanese TV series aired in 2019 Sherlock James Andrews (1801–1880), American lawyer and abolitionist Congressman Sherlock Bristol (1815–1906), American congregational clergyman Sherlock Houston Carmer (1842–1884), American politician Surname Allie Sherlock (born 2005), Irish singer Charles Sherlock (born 1945), Australi.
What are the origins of the name Jamie Sherlock?
The name Jamie Sherlock combines two different traditions: the first name Jamie has Scottish roots, while the surname Sherlock originates from Irish.
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