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Jaimee

Girl name · 54 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Jaimee: 54 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 9 births in 2004.

Originally a feminine spelling variant of Jamie, itself a Scottish diminutive of James, Jaimee ultimately derives from the Hebrew Ya'aqov, meaning "supplanter" or "one who follows." This particular spelling gained visibility in the late 20th century, often chosen by parents seeking a more distinctive feminine form than Jamie. No major historical figure bears this exact spelling, but the name shares its root with King James VI of Scotland, who united the Scottish and English crowns. The variant ties to the Spanish Jaime, pronounced "Hi-may," though in Scotland it follows the English "Jay-mee" sound. Places like Jamestown and the James River connect through the same Hebrew origin. The name feels modern and personal, carrying the friendly, approachable quality of Jamie with a unique written twist.

Girl 12 of 52 years

Peak year
20049 babies
Latest (2019)
#7653 babies
Total births
54since 1996
5-year trend
▼ 30%vs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2004 · 9
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).