Jireh Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Jireh originates from Hebrew, meaning 'to provide.' It has evolved through various forms, primarily stemming from its biblical roots. The name is associated with the concept of divine provision and gained popularity in the 20th century, especially within Christian circles. It is viewed positively as a spiritual name, reflecting faith and reliance on God. Jireh is also linked to notable figures in music.
The name Jireh is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jireh has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for male in South, too falling for female in South, too falling 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, 'Jireh' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7588th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3741st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1674th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 14996th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4590th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2930th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jireh' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jireh"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒaɪrə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Jireh is derived from the Hebrew word 'yireh,' which means 'to see' or 'to provide.' It is often associated with the biblical phrase 'Jehovah Jireh,' meaning 'The Lord will provide.'
Meaning
to provide
Language Evolution
Hebrew: יִרְאֶה (Yireh), Latin: Jireh, Old English: N/A, Modern English: Jireh
Biblical Background
Jireh is prominently mentioned in the Bible in Genesis 22:14, where Abraham names the place where God provided a ram for sacrifice instead of his son Isaac.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly among Christian communities, as a representation of faith in divine provision.
Variants & Derivatives
Jireh, Jirah
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Jireh is seen as a unique and meaningful name, often chosen by parents looking for a spiritual connection or a reminder of divine provision.
Famous People
Jireh Lim, a Filipino singer-songwriter known for his contemporary Christian music.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jireh"
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 "Jireh"
"Jireh" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 7588th of 16616 | 66 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3741st of 24088 | 397 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1674th of 23106 | 1,160 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 14996th of 27321 | 40 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4590th of 35406 | 466 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2930th of 30306 | 689 |
Regional Popularity of "Jireh" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
43.48% 3180th/7313 |
41.81% 3120th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
53.66% 2138th/3984 |
49.05% 2201st/4487 |
19.72% 1345th/6822 |
22.99% 1443rd/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jireh" 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) |
- | - |
63.71% 4659th/7313 |
76.74% 5727th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
78.26% 3118th/3984 |
67.24% 3017th/4487 |
34.01% 2320th/6822 |
48.01% 3013th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jireh"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jireh" 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.