Jamis
A creative spelling of the name James, derived from the Hebrew name Yaakov.
Name Census estimates that about 266 living Americans carry the first name Jamis. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Jamis today is around 24 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Jamis births was 2016 (16 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Jamis. 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
266
~ 1 in 1,288,550 Americans
Peak year
2016
16 babies that year
Average age
24
years old
2024 SSA rank
#11,474
Tracked since 1927
Popularity
Jamis: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Jamis from the 1920s through to the 2020s, spanning 7 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 96 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2010s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Jamis 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 Jamis 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 Jamis
The name Jamis is believed to have its roots in the Arabic language, derived from the word "jamis," which means "tiger" or "panther." This connection to powerful feline creatures suggests a strong and fierce connotation associated with the name.
In its early origins, Jamis was predominantly used in the Middle Eastern region, particularly among Arabic-speaking populations. It gained popularity during the medieval period, with records indicating its usage as early as the 9th century.
One of the earliest documented references to the name Jamis can be found in the works of renowned Islamic scholars and historians from that era. The name is mentioned in several historical texts and manuscripts, indicating its widespread use among certain communities.
Throughout history, notable figures have borne the name Jamis. One prominent example is Jamis al-Andalusi, a renowned Andalusian poet and philosopher who lived in the 11th century. His contributions to Arabic literature and philosophical thought have been widely recognized and studied.
Another notable individual named Jamis was Jamis ibn Haydur, a 12th-century Islamic mathematician and astronomer from Persia. His work on spherical trigonometry and planetary movements significantly influenced the development of these fields during his time.
In the realm of religious figures, Jamis ibn Abi Jamrah was a prominent Islamic scholar and jurist who lived in the 8th century. He was known for his expertise in the interpretation of Islamic law and is cited in various religious texts and commentaries.
Moving forward in time, Jamis al-Dimashqi was a Syrian geographer and traveler who lived in the 14th century. His detailed accounts of his travels throughout the Middle East and North Africa provided valuable insights into the cultures and societies of that era.
Lastly, Jamis al-Khalili was a notable Iraqi architect and urban planner from the 20th century. He played a significant role in the development of modern architecture in Iraq, combining traditional Islamic design elements with contemporary styles.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the name Jamis throughout history, each leaving their mark in various fields and contributing to the rich cultural tapestry of the regions where they lived and worked.
People
Jamis + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Jamis 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
Jamis: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Jamis?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 266 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Jamis 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 1,288,550 US residents.
Is Jamis a common name?
We classify Jamis as "Very Rare". It ranks above 77.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 278 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Jamis most popular?
The single biggest year for Jamis was 2016, when 16 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Jamis is about 24 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Jamis a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Jamis 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.