Jamesmichael
A combination of two masculine names, James of Hebrew origin "supplanter" and Michael of Hebrew origin "who is like God".
Name Census estimates that about 352 living Americans carry the first name Jamesmichael. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Jamesmichael today is around 29 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Jamesmichael births was 1986 (17 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Jamesmichael. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
352
~ 1 in 973,734 Americans
Peak year
1986
17 babies that year
Average age
29
years old
2018 SSA rank
#11,362
Tracked since 1976
Popularity
Jamesmichael: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Jamesmichael from the 1970s through to the 2010s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1990s, with 114 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 1990s peak, Jamesmichael remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Jamesmichael by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Jamesmichael during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Jamesmichael
The name Jamesmichael is a unique and unusual combination of two traditionally separate given names, James and Michael. It is believed to have originated in the English-speaking world, likely in the 20th century, as a creative way to honor two individuals or incorporate multiple cultural and linguistic influences.
The first part of the name, James, is a classic English name derived from the Hebrew name Jacob, meaning "supplanter" or "one who follows." It has a rich history spanning centuries and has been borne by numerous notable figures, including several kings and religious leaders. One of the most famous bearers of the name was James, the brother of Jesus Christ, who became a leader of the early Christian church.
The second part of the name, Michael, is of Hebrew origin and means "who is like God?" It has been a popular name in various cultures and religions, particularly in Christianity and Judaism. The archangel Michael is a prominent figure in the Bible and is revered as a protector and leader of the heavenly host.
While the combination of James and Michael is relatively modern, both names have a long and storied history. Some notable individuals who bore these names separately include:
1. James I (1566-1625), King of England and Scotland, who oversaw the translation of the King James Bible.
2. James Watt (1736-1819), the Scottish inventor and engineer best known for his improvements to the steam engine.
3. Michael Faraday (1791-1867), the English scientist who contributed significantly to the study of electromagnetism and electrochemistry.
4. Michael Jordan (born 1963), the legendary American basketball player widely considered one of the greatest athletes of all time.
5. Michael Jackson (1958-2009), the "King of Pop" and one of the most influential and successful musicians in history.
The name Jamesmichael, while uncommon, represents a fusion of two culturally significant names, combining their meanings and legacies. It may have been chosen by parents to honor family members or pay tribute to historical figures who bore those names. Regardless of its origins, Jamesmichael stands out as a unique and meaningful name that carries the weight of centuries of history and cultural significance.
People
Jamesmichael + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Jamesmichael as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with J
Other first names starting with J with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Jamesmichael: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Jamesmichael?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 352 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Jamesmichael going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 973,734 US residents.
Is Jamesmichael a common name?
We classify Jamesmichael as "Very Rare". It ranks above 81% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 361 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Jamesmichael most popular?
The single biggest year for Jamesmichael was 1986, when 17 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Jamesmichael is about 29 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Jamesmichael a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Jamesmichael in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.