Declining since 2015, #12,008 for boys today.
Popularity of Jameis since 2013
Babies named Jameis per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 133 |
| 2020s | 29 |
Meaning & origin
Jameis is a modern invented name that first entered U.S. records in 2013, a year that marks its earliest documented use. It peaked in popularity in 2014, likely influenced by the rise of a high-profile athlete, but has since declined: its trajectory shows a steady fall after 2015. In 2025, the name ranked 12,008th with approximately 1 in every 341,615 boys receiving the name, placing it among the rarest names in the database. No single state showed a notable concentration of Jameis births. The name's creation fits a pattern of blending traditional names like James with the fashionable -is ending, producing a distinctive but uncommon choice.
Jameis is a modern invented name that first appeared in the United States in 2013. It is likely a creative respelling or blend of James combined with the fashionable -is suffix seen in names like Davis or Travis. The name gained brief attention following its use by a prominent football player, but it remains rare overall.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jam, Jay
Sibling names for Jameis
Names that share Jameis's style, for a brother or sister.
