Boy · 2133rd of 23,106
Jeremih
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
1,218
Total Births
145
Years of Data
2015
Peak Popularity Year
123
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Jeremih 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
Jeremih originates from the Hebrew name Jeremiah, which means 'Yahweh will uplift'. It has evolved through various forms, maintaining its biblical roots. The name is often associated with creative traits and has gained modern popularity largely due to the music industry.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒɛrəmaɪ/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Jeremih is derived from the Hebrew name 'Jeremiah', which means 'Yahweh will uplift' or 'appointed by God'.
Meaning
Yahweh will uplift
Language Evolution
Jeremiah, Jeremias, Jeremih
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly due to the rise of the R&B artist Jeremih.
Variants & Derivatives
Jeremiah, Jeremias, Jere, Remi
Modern Popularity & Image
Jeremih is currently seen as a contemporary and unique name, often associated with artistic and musical talent.
Famous People
Jeremih Felton
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 123 peak births in 2015
Geographic Spread
Popular across 18 US states, with strongest presence in Florida
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 2 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 14 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 2 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3621st of 24088 | 416 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2133rd of 23106 | 802 |