Jeremias Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Jeremias originates from Hebrew, meaning 'Yahweh will uplift.' It evolved through Greek and into English, reflecting its biblical roots and associations with the prophet Jeremiah. The name carries traits of strength and reliability, with significant biblical relevance due to its connection to one of the major prophets in the Old Testament.
The name Jeremias is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha 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. From 2020-2022, Jeremias has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, falling 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, 'Jeremias' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6135th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2826th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2374th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1547th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 969th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Jeremias' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jeremias"
Pronunciation
/ˌdʒɛrəˈmaɪəs/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Jeremias is derived from the Hebrew name Yirmiyahu, which means 'Yahweh will uplift.' It is associated with the biblical prophet Jeremiah.
Meaning
Yahweh will uplift
Language Evolution
Yirmiyahu (Hebrew), Jeremias (Greek), Jeremiah (English)
Biblical Background
The name Jeremias is directly linked to the biblical prophet Jeremiah, who authored the Book of Jeremiah and is known for his prophecies and lamentations.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the early Christian era, particularly due to the influence of the biblical figure Jeremiah. It has remained in use throughout history in various cultures.
Variants & Derivatives
Jeremiah, Jeremie, Jeremiasz
Modern Popularity & Image
In contemporary times, Jeremias is viewed as a strong, traditional name with biblical roots, often associated with depth and reliability.
Famous People
Jeremias de Dekker (Dutch painter), Jeremias Gotthelf (Swiss author), Jeremias B. de Carvalho (Brazilian politician)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jeremias"
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 "Jeremias"
"Jeremias" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 6135th of 7552 | 15 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2826th of 10718 | 200 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2374th of 16616 | 432 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1547th of 24088 | 1,440 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 969th of 23106 | 2,659 |
Regional Popularity of "Jeremias" 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) |
- |
43.76% 1524th/3483 |
44.37% 1561st/3518 |
49.11% 1986th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
64.56% 2379th/3685 |
48.92% 2189th/4475 |
32.31% 1678th/5194 |
36.44% 2302nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
61.50% 2818th/4582 |
25.70% 1327th/5164 |
18.01% 1317th/7313 |
18.26% 1363rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
43.70% 1741st/3984 |
17.58% 789th/4487 |
12.59% 859th/6822 |
15.38% 965th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jeremias" 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 "Jeremias"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jeremias" 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.