Jimmy Hendrix

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Jimmy Hendrix — Greek
287K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Jimmy Hendrix is a name that combines Greek origins. The first name Jimmy is a masculine given name of Greek origin. Jimmy is a masculine given name. It is often used as a diminutive form of the given name James, along with its short form, Jim. Both can also be used as the adaptation into English of the modern Greek name Dimitris (Δημήτρης) or the older Dimitrios (Δημήτριος), especially amongst Greek immigrants in English-speaking countries, due the similarity in the sound of the short name Ντίμης/Dimi and Jimmy. The surname Hendrix: Amanda Hendrix (born 1968), American planetary scientist Arthur Hendrix (1912–1988), American tennis player B. G. Hendrix (1922–2020), American politician Bakari Hendrix (born 1977), American basketball player Brunhilde Hendrix (1938–1995), German sprinter Carisa Hendrix, Canadian magician and fire eater Carl Hendrix (1906–1977), Arkansas state politician Claude Hendrix (1889–1944), American baseball player Clay Hendrix (born 1963), American football coach and player Clyde Allen Hendrix (1934–2021), American rockabilly singer and songwriter David Hendrix (born 1972), American football player D. Jimmy is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 287K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Jimmy reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Jimmy

Greek

Jimmy is a masculine given name. It is often used as a diminutive form of the given name James, along with its short form, Jim. Both can also be used as the adaptation into English of the modern Greek name Dimitris (Δημήτρης) or the older Dimitrios (Δημήτριος), especially amongst Greek immigrants in English-speaking countries, due the similarity in the sound of the short name Ντίμης/Dimi and Jimmy.

Surname: Hendrix

English

Amanda Hendrix (born 1968), American planetary scientist Arthur Hendrix (1912–1988), American tennis player B. G. Hendrix (1922–2020), American politician Bakari Hendrix (born 1977), American basketball player Brunhilde Hendrix (1938–1995), German sprinter Carisa Hendrix, Canadian magician and fire eater Carl Hendrix (1906–1977), Arkansas state politician Claude Hendrix (1889–1944), American baseball player Clay Hendrix (born 1963), American football coach and player Clyde Allen Hendrix (1934–2021), American rockabilly singer and songwriter David Hendrix (born 1972), American football player D.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Notable People Named Jimmy Hendrix

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 Jimmy Hendrix:

8
Expression Number

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

5
Soul Urge Number

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

3
Personality Number

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

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 Jimmy?
The first name Jimmy originates from Greek. Jimmy is a masculine given name. It is often used as a diminutive form of the given name James, along with its short form, Jim. Both can also be used as the adaptation into English of the modern Greek name Dimitris (Δημήτρης) or the older Dimitrios (Δημήτριος), especially amongst Greek immigrants in English-speaking countries, due the similarity in the sound of the short name Ντίμης/Dimi and Jimmy.
When was Jimmy most popular?
The name Jimmy reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Hendrix?
The surname Hendrix originates from English. Amanda Hendrix (born 1968), American planetary scientist Arthur Hendrix (1912–1988), American tennis player B. G. Hendrix (1922–2020), American politician Bakari Hendrix (born 1977), American basketball player Brunhilde Hendrix (1938–1995), German sprinter Carisa Hendrix, Canadian magician and fire eater Carl Hendrix (1906–1977), Arkansas state politician Claude Hendrix (1889–1944), American baseball player Clay Hendrix (born 1963), American football coach and player Clyde Allen Hendrix (1934–2021), American rockabilly singer and songwriter David Hendrix (born 1972), American football player D.
What are the origins of the name Jimmy Hendrix?
The name Jimmy Hendrix combines two different traditions: the first name Jimmy has Greek roots, while the surname Hendrix originates from English.
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