jimmy
Jimmy is primarily a masculine given name and nickname. It is an affectionate form of James, which itself derives from the Late Latin Iacobus, from the Hebrew Ya’akov. In English-speaking countries, Jimmy can function as a diminutive or, less commonly, as a standalone given name. It is often used alongside Jim as shorter forms, conveying informality or warmth.
Notable people named Jimmy include former U.S. President Jimmy Carter; guitarist Jimmy Page; comedian and host
Fictional characters named Jimmy appear across media. Jimmy Olsen is a longtime supporting character in the
In addition to its use as a name, jimmy also functions as a verb and a noun.
Overall, Jimmy remains a familiar, informal variant closely tied to James, with wide usage in real and