JAMES

Pronunciation: The name James is commonly pronounced as “JAYMZ” in American English or “JAY-mihs” in British English.

Popularity: In English-speaking countries and the Christian tradition.

Historical Figures:

• James I of England and Ireland (1566-1625): An English monarch, known for his support of the Protestant Reformation.
• James II of Scotland (1430-1460): Was King of Scots from 1437 until his death in 1460. The eldest surviving son of James I of Scotland.
• James Madison (1751-1836): An American statesman, one of the Founding Fathers of the United States, and the fourth President of the country.
• James Joyce (1882-1941): An Irish novelist and poet, known for his innovative literary style.
• James Dean (1931-1955): An American actor who became a cultural icon of teenage disillusionment in the 1950s.

Famous People:

• James Earl Jones (born 1931): An American actor and voice artist, known for his distinctive deep voice.
• James Franco (born 1978): An American actor, director, and writer who has appeared in numerous films and television shows.
• James Corden (born 1978): A British actor, singer, and comedian known for hosting “The Late Late Show with James Corden”.

Fictional Characters:

• James Bond: The iconic fictional British secret agent created by author Ian Fleming.
• James Raven: A character from the television series “Doctor Who“, portrayed by David Tennant.
• James Potter: A character in J.K. Rowling’s “Harry Potter” book and film series, father of Hermione Granger.

Nicknames and Diminutives: Jim, Jamie, Jaymes, Jimmy

Variations and Alternates: Jaime, Jakob, Jacobus, Jacques, Yago, Yaakov, Yacov