James spelled backwards
Semaj is a modern American invention created by reversing the letters of the name James. It gained some popularity in the late 20th and early 21st centuries as a creative way to honor a relative named James while giving a child a unique identity.
About 217 boys were named Semaj in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Professional basketball player
College football wide receiver
The same feel as Semaj — far less common.
Hidden gems that stand out.
