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Origin:	Hebrew
Meaning:	Supplanter


Origin:	English
Meaning:	Supplanter


Pronunciation:	(JIM ee) [Guide]

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James Earl Carter, 39th President of the United States, preferred to go by the name "Jimmy". He has always signed his name as Jimmy Carter.

Other famous Jimmys include: American movie star (known for his large nose) Jimmy Durante, Led Zepplin guitar guru Jimmy Page, tennis star Jimmy Connors and 'Margaritaville" singer Jimmy Buffett.

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