Meaning & Origin
Derived from the Greek name Iasemios, meaning 'supplanter', Jemmie is a diminutive form of the name James. In the Bible, James was a brother of Jesus and one of the twelve apostles. As a Christian name, Jemmie represents faith, humility, and devotion to God.
Spiritual meaning
A symbol of God's love and protection for the little one.
Language details
Jemmie
Derived from Hebrew, meaning 'supplanter' or 'prayer'
Pronunciation & Numerology
Pronunciation
JEM-ee
/ˈdʒɛmi/
Lucky number
4
Lucky day
Monday
Lucky colors
Life path
5
Lucky stone
Amethyst
Cultural & Spiritual notes
James was a popular name in England during the Middle Ages, and Jemmie is a southerner's nickname for James in the United States.
James, one of the Brother's of Jesus, is a model of faith, obedience, and perseverance in the Bible.
Historical references
Historical records show that short reference text The name Jemmie carried significant spiritual weight in that era.
e.g. 4th century
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