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The name Jim is a diminutive form of the name James, which means "supplanter" in Hebrew. The name James was derived from the Hebrew name Yaakov, which means "holder of the heel" or "supplanter". The name Jim became popular in the 19th and 20th centuries, particularly in English-speaking countries. It is often used as a shorter, more casual form of James.Famous Jims include actor Jim Carrey, former President Jimmy Carter, and musician Jimi Hendrix. The name Jim has also been used in popular culture, such as the character Jim Halpert in the TV show "The Office" and the fictional character of Jiminy Cricket from Disney's "Pinocchio".

The name Jim is most popular in English-speaking countries such as the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. It is also commonly used in Australia, New Zealand, and Ireland.

If you're looking for baby names that are similar to Jim, you might want to explore some simple, traditional names that have a similar feel. Here are a few options to consider:

• Jack
• Tim
• Tom
• Joe
• Bob
• Ben
• Sam
• Hank
• Ned
• Ted