Providence
Semisi is the Tongan and Fijian form of the name James, which is derived from the Hebrew name Jacob meaning 'supplanter' or 'one who follows.' It characterizes a person who is resilient, loyal, and naturally charismatic, possessing a strong sense of duty to their family and heritage.
Key Stats
| Total births | 724 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1917 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 1957 |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Origin | Hebrew, English, Latin |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
Name Traits & Attributes
Top States
Notable People
Semisi Sika (Tongan Politician and former Acting Prime Minister) · Semisi Taulaki (Professional Rugby Union Player) · Semisi Masivau (Fijian International Rugby Player) · Semisi Fakahau (Tongan Minister for Fisheries) · Semisi Telefoni (Tongan International Rugby Representative)
Nicknames & Diminutives
Similar Names
Get the full Name Scout experience on iOS & Android
Swipe through names with your partner, run AI-powered phonetic analysis, generate tournament brackets, and sync favorites across devices. Backed by 33,000+ names from SSA records (1910–2025).