Jams
boy nameJams entered the US charts in 1922, peaked at #2760 in 1967, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1922–2025
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rank today
#2760
peak (1967)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3807 |
| 1930s | #4001 |
| 1940s | #3690 |
| 1950s | #3416 |
| 1960s | #3214 |
| 1970s | #4738 |
| 1980s | #5779 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Jams are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Jams alive today was born around 1970, making them about 55 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jams in 2025?
- Jams is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Jams most popular?
- Jams peaked in 1967, reaching #2760 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Jams with classmates?
- Jams will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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