Find out how popular the first name Jam has been for the last 8 years (from 2001 to 2008) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Jam by gender

Based on the last 8 years of data, Jam is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2008, there were 6 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Jam.

The history of the first name Jam

The name Jam has its origins in the Persian language, with roots dating back to the ancient Persian civilization of the Achaemenid Empire (550–330 BC). It is derived from the Old Persian word "jama," meaning "dress" or "garment." This connection suggests that the name may have initially been associated with professions or trades related to clothing or textiles.

In ancient Persian texts, such as the Avesta, the sacred scripture of Zoroastrianism, there are references to individuals with names similar to Jam, indicating its early usage. One notable example is Jamshed, a legendary king of Persia mentioned in the Shahnameh, an epic poem written by Ferdowsi in the 10th century AD.

The earliest recorded use of the name Jam itself can be traced back to the 9th century AD, during the Islamic Golden Age in Persia. One of the most famous historical figures with this name was Jam Minudozhi, a renowned Persian poet and scholar who lived in the late 9th and early 10th centuries.

Throughout history, the name Jam has been borne by various individuals across different cultures and regions. In the 12th century, Jam Nizam al-Mulk was a prominent Persian vizier and scholar who served under the Seljuk Empire. In the 16th century, Jam Quli Qazi Nuri was a renowned Persian calligrapher and artist.

Another notable figure with the name Jam was Jam Saheb Digri, a Sufi saint and poet who lived in the 17th century in the Indian subcontinent. His literary works and spiritual teachings continue to be celebrated by followers of the Sufi tradition.

In the 19th century, Jam Sadiq Ali Khan was a prominent Indian nobleman and statesman who served as the Nawab of Bahawalpur, a princely state in present-day Pakistan.

While the name Jam has its roots in Persian culture, it has also been adopted and adapted by various other cultures and languages over time, reflecting the rich cultural exchanges and influences that have shaped the history of names and their meanings.

Data source

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