Jeramy Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jeramy is a name with Hebrew origins meaning 'appointed by God' or 'God will uplift'. It evolved from Yirmiyahu through Greek and Latin forms before becoming popular in English. It is associated with traits of creativity and individuality, and has a notable biblical relevance through the prophet Jeremiah.
The name Jeramy is most popular in Utah, 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, Jeramy 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, 'Jeramy' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 760th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 894th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2982nd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7282nd out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 19264th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Jeramy' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jeramy"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒɛrəmi/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Jeramy is a variant of the name Jeremy, which is derived from the Hebrew name Yirmiyahu, meaning 'appointed by God' or 'God will uplift'.
Meaning
appointed by God, God will uplift
Language Evolution
Yirmiyahu (Hebrew), Jeremias (Greek), Jeremiah (Latin), Jeremy (English), Jeramy (Modern English)
Biblical Background
The name has a strong biblical background, as Jeremiah is a prominent prophet in the Hebrew Bible.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the Middle Ages, particularly after the Protestant Reformation when biblical names became fashionable.
Variants & Derivatives
Jeremy, Jeremiah, Jeremias, Jere, Jem
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jeramy is viewed as a unique but traditional name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Jeramy Stevens, former American football player, Jeramy D. W. D. D., American entrepreneur
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jeramy"
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 "Jeramy"
"Jeramy" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 760th of 10718 | 1,852 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 894th of 16616 | 1,984 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2982nd of 24088 | 553 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 7282nd of 23106 | 130 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 19264th of 19264 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Jeramy" 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) |
20.84% 612th/2937 |
37.38% 1302nd/3483 |
22.85% 804th/3518 |
14.99% 606th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
23.69% 873rd/3685 |
33.63% 1505th/4475 |
17.71% 920th/5194 |
13.11% 828th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
64.60% 3336th/5164 |
45.13% 3300th/7313 |
53.91% 4023rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
69.39% 4734th/6822 |
69.60% 4368th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jeramy" 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 "Jeramy"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jeramy" 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.