Jeramie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jeramie is a modern English variant of the Hebrew name Yirmiyahu, meaning 'God will uplift.' It evolved through various historical forms, notably Jeremiah in Latin. The name reflects traits of upliftment and divine support, though it does not have a direct biblical reference. It has gained popularity in recent decades as a distinctive name choice.
The name Jeramie is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jeramie has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Jeramie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 832nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1095th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3994th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8684th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 13742nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 18297th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Jeramie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jeramie"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒɛrəmi/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Jeramie is derived from the Hebrew name Yirmiyahu, which means 'Yahweh will uplift' or 'God will exalt.'
Meaning
God will uplift
Language Evolution
Yirmiyahu (Hebrew), Jeremiah (Latin), Jeramie (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Jeramie gained popularity as a modern variant of the biblical name Jeremiah, particularly in the late 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Jeremiah, Jeremy, Jeramiah
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jeramie is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Jeramie Rainier, an American actor, Jeramie Dunlap, a professional athlete
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jeramie"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Jeramie"
"Jeramie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 832nd of 10718 | 1,530 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1095th of 16616 | 1,407 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3994th of 24088 | 358 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 8684th of 23106 | 97 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 13742nd of 19264 | 18 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 18297th of 27321 | 23 |
Regional Popularity of "Jeramie" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
21.86% 642nd/2937 |
40.97% 1427th/3483 |
25.53% 898th/3518 |
17.51% 708th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
27.14% 1000th/3685 |
48.92% 2189th/4475 |
21.41% 1112th/5194 |
19.52% 1233rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
68.67% 5022nd/7313 |
59.31% 4426th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Jeramie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jeramie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jeramie" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.