Jamesina
“Supplanter”
American origin · Girl name
#552US 2023
1.6kBirths / yr
→Stable
89All-time births
📅 Since 194500
How to pronounce Jamesina
JAY·MZEE·nuh
/ˈdʒeɪ.ˈmziː.nə/ · stress on JAY · 3 syllables
“Supplanter”
American origin · Girl name
What does Jamesina mean and where does it come from?
Jamesina is a feminine form of James, which is derived from the Hebrew name Yaakov (יעקב). The name means 'supplanter' or 'one who follows'. Jamesina is considered a rare name and has seen limited popularity, mainly in regions where the name James is common. It is often seen as a modern or playful t
Cultural significance
Jamesina has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of supplanter.
Peak popularity
Reached #3912 in 1968 — currently #552 in the US.
What middle names flow best with Jamesina?
Jamesina works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
Jamesina Grace
Most popular combo · classic
Jamesina Rose
Floral · soft ending
Jamesina Mae
Sweet · timeless
Jamesina Claire
French influence · crisp
Jamesina Jane
Literary · strong
Jamesina Skye
Modern · airy feel
How popular is Jamesina right now?
Holding steady — currently #552 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
The story of Jamesina
Jamesina entered American naming records in 1945 and has been in use for over 79 years. With 89 total births recorded, Jamesina remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #5205 in 1945 to #552 in 2023.
Names that peaked alongside Jamesina in 1968:
Jamesina by decade
Jamesina peaked in the 1960s. See all 1960s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|---|---|
| 1940s | 5 | |
| 1950s | 19 | |
| 1960s ★ | 60 | |
| 1970s | 5 |
Jamesina has only 89 total recorded births since 1945 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.
What are good nicknames for Jamesina?
DANISH
Bine
DUTCH
CobaMina
ENGLISH
BRITISH(JacquettaJacqui
ENGLISH
JaciJackiJackieJakiJakkiJayeJaylaJaylenJayleneJaylinJaylyn
What names sound and feel like Jamesina?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Jamesina also consider these
How is Jamesina written in other languages?
What are the boy versions of Jamesina?
Yakub ARABICYaqoob ARABICYaqub ARABICHagop ARMENIANHakob ARMENIANJakes BASQUEIakobos BIBLICAL GREEKYaakov BIBLICAL HEBREWIacobus BIBLICAL LATINJacob BIBLICALJames BIBLICALYakov BULGARIANJaume CATALANJaumet CATALANJago CORNISHJakov CROATIANJakša CROATIANJakub CZECHIb DANISHJacob DANISHJakob DANISHJeppe DANISHCobus DUTCHCoos DUTCHJaap DUTCHJacob DUTCHJacobus DUTCHJakob DUTCHKobe DUTCHKobus DUTCHKoos DUTCHSjaak DUTCHSjakie DUTCHCoby ENGLISHJacob ENGLISHJae ENGLISHJake ENGLISHJames ENGLISHJamey ENGLISHJay ENGLISHJaycob ENGLISHJaymes ENGLISHJeb ENGLISHJem ENGLISHJemmy ENGLISHJim ENGLISHJimi ENGLISHJimmie ENGLISHJimmy ENGLISHKoby ENGLISHJaagup ESTONIANJaak ESTONIANJaakob ESTONIANJákup FAROESEJaakko FINNISHJaakob FINNISHJaakoppi FINNISHJaska FINNISHJaak FLEMISHJacky FRENCHJacques FRENCHJapik FRISIANIago GALICIANIakob GEORGIANKoba GEORGIANJakob GERMANJockel GERMANIakopa HAWAIIANKimo HAWAIIANAkiba HEBREWAkiva HEBREWYaakov HEBREWYakov HEBREWJakab HUNGARIANJákob HUNGARIANJakob ICELANDICSéamas IRISHSéamus IRISHShamus IRISHSheamus IRISHGiacobbe ITALIANGiacomo ITALIANIacopo ITALIANJacopo ITALIANLapo ITALIANJacob JEWISHIacomus LATE ROMANJacobus LATE ROMANJokūbas LITHUANIANJakov MACEDONIANHemi MAORIJacob NORWEGIANJakob NORWEGIANIakovu OLD CHURCH SLAVICJakub POLISHKuba POLISHIago PORTUGUESEJacó PORTUGUESEJaime PORTUGUESEYakov RUSSIANYasha RUSSIANJamie SCOTTISHSeumas SCOTTISHJakov SERBIANJakub SLOVAKJaka SLOVENEJakob SLOVENEJaša SLOVENEJacobo SPANISHJaime SPANISHYago SPANISHJacob SWEDISHJakob SWEDISHYakup TURKISHYakiv UKRAINIANIago WELSHKapel YIDDISHKoppel YIDDISHYankel YIDDISHJaime ENGLISHJaimie ENGLISHJameson ENGLISHJami ENGLISHJamie ENGLISHJamison ENGLISHJayma ENGLISHJayme ENGLISHHamish SCOTTISH
Common questions about the name Jamesina
What does the name Jamesina mean?
Jamesina means "Supplanter" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Jamesina?
Jamesina is currently ranked #552 as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Jamesina?
Jamesina originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Jamesina?
Jamesina is a three-syllable name pronounced JH EY1 M Z IY1 N AH0. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Jamesina?
Jamesina pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
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