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Jeremy
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
447,588
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1977
Peak Popularity Year
21,750
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Jeremy 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 Jeremy has its roots in Hebrew, specifically from the name Yirmeyahu, meaning 'Yahweh will uplift'. It evolved through various forms including Jeremias and Jeremiah before becoming Jeremy in English. The name is often associated with positive traits and has biblical significance due to its connection to the prophet Jeremiah. It has enjoyed popularity since the Middle Ages, with a resurgence in the late 20th century, and is currently viewed as a classic name.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒɛr.ə.mi/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Jeremy is derived from the Hebrew name Yirmeyahu, which means 'Yahweh will uplift'. It has been used in English since the Middle Ages.
Meaning
appointed by God
Language Evolution
Yirmeyahu (Hebrew), Jeremias (Latin), Jeremiah (English), Jeremy (English)
Biblical Background
The name Jeremy is associated with the biblical prophet Jeremiah, who authored the Book of Jeremiah and the Book of Lamentations.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the Middle Ages and has remained in use since then, peaking in the late 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Jeremiah, Jer, Jere
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jeremy is perceived as a classic and timeless name, often associated with intelligence and creativity.
Famous People
Jeremy Irons, Jeremy Renner, Jeremy Piven
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Declining
25-Year Trend:
Gradually Declining
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 21,750 peak births in 1977
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in Alaska
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 13 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 13 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 4555th of 7545 | 43 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1263rd of 6773 | 541 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 686th of 7552 | 2,193 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 33rd of 10718 | 162,898 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 35th of 16616 | 194,955 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 104th of 24088 | 62,035 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 211th of 23106 | 22,611 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 6926th of 9204 | 18 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 6182nd of 12526 | 70 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1571st of 19264 | 1,005 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1912th of 27321 | 1,069 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 11045th of 35406 | 135 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 23432nd of 30306 | 15 |