Jeromy Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jeromy is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'Yahweh will uplift'. It evolved from Yirmiyahu to Jeremiah and then to Jeromy in modern English. The name is associated with positive traits such as strength and support, and it holds biblical relevance through the prophet Jeremiah. The name has seen consistent use since the Middle Ages and remains a recognizable choice today.
The name Jeromy is most popular in Washington, 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. From 2020-2022, Jeromy 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, 'Jeromy' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 669th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 915th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3501st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10747th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Jeromy' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jeromy"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒɛrəmi/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Jeromy is derived from the Hebrew name Yirmiyahu, which means 'Yahweh will uplift'.
Meaning
Yahweh will uplift
Language Evolution
Yirmiyahu (Hebrew), Jeremiah (English), Jeromy (Modern English)
Biblical Background
The name has biblical significance as it is associated with the prophet Jeremiah in the Old Testament.
Historical Usage
Jeromy gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the Middle Ages and has remained in use since then.
Variants & Derivatives
Jeremiah, Jeremy, Jeremias
Modern Popularity & Image
Jeromy is perceived as a traditional yet modern name, often associated with strength and support.
Famous People
Jeromy Burnitz (former professional baseball player), Jeromy Green (American football player)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jeromy"
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 "Jeromy"
"Jeromy" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 669th of 10718 | 2,404 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 915th of 16616 | 1,887 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3501st of 24088 | 438 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 10747th of 23106 | 64 |
Regional Popularity of "Jeromy" 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) |
18.52% 544th/2937 |
27.22% 948th/3483 |
19.33% 680th/3518 |
14.49% 586th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
26.19% 965th/3685 |
35.13% 1572nd/4475 |
18.17% 944th/5194 |
16.80% 1061st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
60.67% 3133rd/5164 |
56.19% 4109th/7313 |
39.96% 2982nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Jeromy" 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 "Jeromy"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jeromy" 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.