Jere Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jere is a name of Hebrew origin derived from Yirmeyahu, meaning 'Yahweh will exalt.' It has evolved through various languages and forms, with ties to the biblical prophet Jeremiah. The name is often associated with traits of creativity and uniqueness, and while it has biblical roots, it has become a modern favorite in English-speaking countries.
The name Jere is most popular in Tennessee, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Silent Generation generation in the Northeast 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, Jere has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Jere' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1917th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 666th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 799th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1612th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3880th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10037th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 15888th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6167th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1912th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2243rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6188th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6484th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 25965th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Jere' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jere"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒɛr/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Jere is derived from the Hebrew name Yirmeyahu, which means 'Yahweh will exalt.' It is often associated with the biblical prophet Jeremiah.
Meaning
exalted by Yahweh
Language Evolution
Yirmeyahu (Hebrew), Jeremias (Greek), Jeremiah (Latin), Jere (Modern English)
Biblical Background
The name Jere is related to the biblical figure Jeremiah, who is known for his prophecies and writings in the Old Testament.
Historical Usage
The name Jere gained popularity in the 20th century as a shortened form of Jeremiah, often used in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Jeremiah, Jer, Jem
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jere is viewed as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Jere Lehtinen (Finnish former professional ice hockey player), Jere Burns (American actor)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jere"
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 "Jere"
"Jere" Popularity Across American Generations
Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
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G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1917th of 7545 | 269 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 666th of 6773 | 1,593 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 799th of 7552 | 1,607 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1612th of 10718 | 478 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3880th of 16616 | 211 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 10037th of 24088 | 85 |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 15888th of 23106 | 23 |
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 6167th of 9107 | 27 |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1912th of 9204 | 341 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2243rd of 12526 | 461 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6188th of 19264 | 122 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6484th of 27321 | 190 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 25965th of 35406 | 18 |
Regional Popularity of "Jere" by Generation for Male Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
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G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
86.58% 1194th/1379 |
68.89% 1630th/2366 |
- |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
43.08% 666th/1546 |
29.37% 457th/1556 |
29.62% 697th/2353 |
42.08% 651st/1547 |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
39.56% 881st/2227 |
25.56% 621st/2430 |
31.65% 903rd/2853 |
29.08% 807th/2775 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
60.98% 1791st/2937 |
40.97% 1427th/3483 |
61.74% 2172nd/3518 |
55.34% 2238th/4044 |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Jere" by Generation for Female Names
TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
---|---|---|---|---|
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
77.52% 1824th/2353 |
- |
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
79.14% 2258th/2853 |
78.05% 2166th/2775 |
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 3685th/3685 |
70.15% 3139th/4475 |
94.19% 4892nd/5194 |
93.73% 5921st/6317 |
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
- |
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jere"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jere" 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.