James originates from the Hebrew name Jacob and means 'one who follows'. It's also the given name of two of Christ's apostles in the Bible. The name has royal connections and was given to several kings in Scotland. There have also been six presidents of the USA with the given name James. Other famous bearers include Captain James Cook and the British fictional spy James Bond.

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