Jermey Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jermey is an English variant of the name Jeremy, which has biblical roots in the Hebrew name Yirmeyahu, meaning 'appointed by God'. It evolved through several languages and forms, gaining popularity as a distinct name in recent times. The name carries traits of creativity and individuality, with a notable biblical connection. Jermey is associated with a modern and unique image, and has been borne by several notable individuals.
The name Jermey is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South 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, Jermey 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, 'Jermey' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1181st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1059th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4076th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10917th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Jermey' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jermey"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒɜrmi/
Origin
English
Etymology
Jermey is derived from the name Jeremy, which comes from the Hebrew name Yirmeyahu (ירמיהו), meaning 'appointed by God'.
Meaning
appointed by God
Language Evolution
Yirmeyahu (Hebrew), Jeremias (Greek), Jeremiah (Latin), Jeremy (Old French), Jermey (Modern English)
Biblical Background
The name has biblical significance, as Jeremiah is a prominent prophet in the Old Testament.
Historical Usage
Jermey gained popularity as a variant of Jeremy in the 20th century, especially in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Jeremy, Jeremiah, Jermy
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Jermey is considered unique and modern, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Jermey Piven - American actor, Jermey Sisto - American actor
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jermey"
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 "Jermey"
"Jermey" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1181st of 10718 | 793 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1059th of 16616 | 1,494 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4076th of 24088 | 348 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 10917th of 23106 | 62 |
Regional Popularity of "Jermey" 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) |
29.59% 869th/2937 |
60.24% 2098th/3483 |
31.69% 1115th/3518 |
41.44% 1676th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
30.85% 1137th/3685 |
39.89% 1785th/4475 |
17.25% 896th/5194 |
29.65% 1873rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
51.89% 3795th/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Jermey" 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 "Jermey"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jermey" 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.