Jimmy Carter (b.1924) — the 39th President of the United States

James Carter (politician) — councilmember in New Orleans

James Carter (musician) (b. 1969) — jazz musician

James Carter (singer) — Grammy-winning singer of "Po' Lazarus"

James E. Carter (soldier) — Confederate leader at the Battle of Blountsville

Jimmy Carter (boxer) — World Lightweight Champion

James Carter (athlete) — American track and field athlete

Jimmy Carter (disambiguation)

The fictional character starring in the Rush Hour movies. See also: II and II