Jimi
Jimi: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Jimi
- A rare spelling variant of Jimmy, diminutive of the male given name James.
How popular is Jimi?
Since 1880, 667 girls and 1,241 boys in the U.S. have been named Jimi (35% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2801 in 1958. Its highest rank for boys was #1222 in 1971. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
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Jimi FAQ
What does the name Jimi mean?
A rare spelling variant of Jimmy, diminutive of the male given name James.
How popular is the name Jimi?
Since 1880, 667 girls and 1,241 boys in the U.S. have been named Jimi (35% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #2801 in 1958. Its highest rank for boys was #1222 in 1971. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Jimi a boy or girl name?
Jimi is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (667 girls and 1,241 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.