Origin and Meaning of Davidjames

Beloved and supplanter

Origin: Hebrew - A combination of two names: David, which means 'beloved' in Hebrew, and James, which is derived from the Hebrew name Yaakov (Jacob), meaning 'supplanter'.

• David is a significant figure in the Bible, known as the second king of Israel, while James (Jacob) is also an important biblical name linked to one of the apostles.
• The name Davidjames combines two traditional names, making it popular among parents looking for unique yet meaningful names.
• Notable bearers of the name include David James Elliott, a Canadian actor, and David James, a former professional football goalkeeper.
• The individual components, David and James, have historically been very popular in English-speaking countries, contributing to a rising trend in compound names.
• Variations of David include Davin and Davy, while variations of James include Jamie and Jimmy, although the compound name Davidjames remains quite distinct.