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Word Forms of “James”
A popular English male first name; the plural Jameses is used when talking about multiple people named James.
Word Family of James
What is the noun of James? — James
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- James is my brother's name. A2
- There were three Jameses in my class, so we used surnames. B1
- The roll call listed four Jameses, requiring the use of last names for clarity. B2
Origin and Word Formation of James
From Latin Jacomus, a variant of Jacobus, from Hebrew Yaakov (Jacob).
One of the most common English names. Famous bearers include James Bond (fiction), James Cook (explorer), and six US presidents.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of James
What are the word forms of “James”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “James”?
“James” is primarily a noun. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Where does “James” come from?
From Latin Jacomus, a variant of Jacobus, from Hebrew Yaakov (Jacob).