Boy · 3880th of 16,616
Jefrey
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
767
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1967
Peak Popularity Year
20
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Jefrey stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
The name Jefrey has its roots in Old French, derived from the Germanic elements meaning 'gift of peace'. It has evolved through historical forms such as Geoffrey and Jeffrey. The name has a positive connotation, reflecting traits of creativity and individuality, and does not have a specific biblical relevance.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒɛfri/
Origin
Old French
Etymology
The name Jefrey is derived from the Old French name 'Geoffrey', which itself comes from the Germanic elements 'gaga' (gift) and 'frid' (peace).
Meaning
gift of peace
Language Evolution
Geoffrey, Jeffrey, Jefrey
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the Middle Ages, particularly after the Norman Conquest of England.
Variants & Derivatives
Jeff, Jeffrey, Geoffrey, Geoff
Modern Popularity & Image
In modern times, Jefrey is perceived as a classic yet somewhat uncommon name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Jefrey S. Gibbons, an American physicist, Jefrey Deaver, an American author
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 20 peak births in 1967
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 21 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
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
Full popularity table across American generations 5 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2916th of 7552 | 151 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2589th of 10718 | 229 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 3880th of 16616 | 211 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6843rd of 24088 | 164 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 18910th of 23106 | 12 |