Jimmie Chen

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Jimmie Chen — English
87K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Jimmie Chen is a name that combines English origins. The first name Jimmie is a masculine given name of English origin. Jimmie is a variation of the given name James. Jimmie Adams (1888–1933), American silent film comedian Jimmie Åkesson (born 1979), Swedish politician Jimmie Allen (born 1986), American country music singer Jimmie Angel (1899–1956), American aviator for whom Angel Falls is named Jimmie Davis (1899–2000), singer and two-time Governor of Louisiana Jimmie Dodd (1910–1964), master of ceremonies of the television show The Mickey Mouse Club Jimmie Fidler (1900–1988), American columnist, journalist, and radio and television personality Jimmie Foxx (1907–1967), Hall of Fame Major League Baseball player. The surname Chen: Chen ([ʈʂʰə̌n] ) is a common Chinese-language surname and one of the most common surnames in Asia. It is the most common surname in Taiwan (2010) and Singapore (2000). Chen is also the most common family name in Guangdong, Zhejiang, Fujian, Macau, and Hong Kong. It is the most common surname in Xiamen, the ancestral hometown of many overseas Hoklo. Chen was listed 10th in the Hundred Family Surnames poem, in the verse 馮陳褚衛 (Féng Chén Chǔ Wèi). In Cantonese, it is usually romanized as Chan (e.g., Jackie Chan), most widely used by those from Hong Kong, and also found in Macau and Singapore. Jimmie is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 87K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Jimmie reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Jimmie

English

Jimmie is a variation of the given name James. Jimmie Adams (1888–1933), American silent film comedian Jimmie Åkesson (born 1979), Swedish politician Jimmie Allen (born 1986), American country music singer Jimmie Angel (1899–1956), American aviator for whom Angel Falls is named Jimmie Davis (1899–2000), singer and two-time Governor of Louisiana Jimmie Dodd (1910–1964), master of ceremonies of the television show The Mickey Mouse Club Jimmie Fidler (1900–1988), American columnist, journalist, and radio and television personality Jimmie Foxx (1907–1967), Hall of Fame Major League Baseball player.

Surname: Chen

Vietnamese

Chen ([ʈʂʰə̌n] ) is a common Chinese-language surname and one of the most common surnames in Asia. It is the most common surname in Taiwan (2010) and Singapore (2000). Chen is also the most common family name in Guangdong, Zhejiang, Fujian, Macau, and Hong Kong. It is the most common surname in Xiamen, the ancestral hometown of many overseas Hoklo. Chen was listed 10th in the Hundred Family Surnames poem, in the verse 馮陳褚衛 (Féng Chén Chǔ Wèi). In Cantonese, it is usually romanized as Chan (e.g., Jackie Chan), most widely used by those from Hong Kong, and also found in Macau and Singapore.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 13%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

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

1900s
1910s
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Notable People Named Jimmie Chen

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 Jimmie Chen:

8
Expression Number

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

1
Soul Urge Number

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

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

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 Jimmie?
The first name Jimmie originates from English. Jimmie is a variation of the given name James. Jimmie Adams (1888–1933), American silent film comedian Jimmie Åkesson (born 1979), Swedish politician Jimmie Allen (born 1986), American country music singer Jimmie Angel (1899–1956), American aviator for whom Angel Falls is named Jimmie Davis (1899–2000), singer and two-time Governor of Louisiana Jimmie Dodd (1910–1964), master of ceremonies of the television show The Mickey Mouse Club Jimmie Fidler (1900–1988), American columnist, journalist, and radio and television personality Jimmie Foxx (1907–1967), Hall of Fame Major League Baseball player.
When was Jimmie most popular?
The name Jimmie reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Chen?
The surname Chen originates from Vietnamese. Chen ([ʈʂʰə̌n] ) is a common Chinese-language surname and one of the most common surnames in Asia. It is the most common surname in Taiwan (2010) and Singapore (2000). Chen is also the most common family name in Guangdong, Zhejiang, Fujian, Macau, and Hong Kong. It is the most common surname in Xiamen, the ancestral hometown of many overseas Hoklo. Chen was listed 10th in the Hundred Family Surnames poem, in the verse 馮陳褚衛 (Féng Chén Chǔ Wèi). In Cantonese, it is usually romanized as Chan (e.g., Jackie Chan), most widely used by those from Hong Kong, and also found in Macau and Singapore.
What are the origins of the name Jimmie Chen?
The name Jimmie Chen combines two different traditions: the first name Jimmie has English roots, while the surname Chen originates from Vietnamese.
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