Jimi is a short form of the name James, meaning 'supplanter' or 'following'. It gained popularity during the mid-20th century, particularly in the United States. The name Jimi is also associated with notable figures such as Jimi Hendrix, the influential American rock guitarist and singer-songwriter.
"Jimi seems to have been a popular name among parents from the mid-50s to the late 70s, with peaks in the early 60s and again in the late 70s. However, its popularity significantly declined from the 80s onwards, with fewer than 20 births per year since then."