Jimmie Lin

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Jimmie Lin — English
87K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Jimmie Lin 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 Lin: Lin ([lǐn]; Chinese: 林; pinyin: Lín) is the Mandarin romanization of the Chinese surname written 林, which has many variations depending on the language and is also used in Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, Philippines, Indonesia, Japan, Korea (as Im), Myanmar, Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia. Among Taiwanese and Chinese families from abroad, it is sometimes pronounced and spelled as Lim because many Chinese descendants are part of the Southern Min diaspora that speak Hokkien or Teochew. In Cantonese-speaking regions such as Hong Kong and Macau it is spelled as Lam or Lum. 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: Lin

Vietnamese

Lin ([lǐn]; Chinese: 林; pinyin: Lín) is the Mandarin romanization of the Chinese surname written 林, which has many variations depending on the language and is also used in Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, Philippines, Indonesia, Japan, Korea (as Im), Myanmar, Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia. Among Taiwanese and Chinese families from abroad, it is sometimes pronounced and spelled as Lim because many Chinese descendants are part of the Southern Min diaspora that speak Hokkien or Teochew. In Cantonese-speaking regions such as Hong Kong and Macau it is spelled as Lam or Lum.

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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 Lin

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 Lin:

4
Expression Number

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

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

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 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 Lin?
The surname Lin originates from Vietnamese. Lin ([lǐn]; Chinese: 林; pinyin: Lín) is the Mandarin romanization of the Chinese surname written 林, which has many variations depending on the language and is also used in Taiwan, Singapore, Malaysia, Philippines, Indonesia, Japan, Korea (as Im), Myanmar, Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia. Among Taiwanese and Chinese families from abroad, it is sometimes pronounced and spelled as Lim because many Chinese descendants are part of the Southern Min diaspora that speak Hokkien or Teochew. In Cantonese-speaking regions such as Hong Kong and Macau it is spelled as Lam or Lum.
What are the origins of the name Jimmie Lin?
The name Jimmie Lin combines two different traditions: the first name Jimmie has English roots, while the surname Lin originates from Vietnamese.
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