Jeri Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Jeri originates from the Hebrew name 'Yeri', meaning 'to be exalted'. The name has evolved through language as 'Yeri' and 'Jeri'. It carries connotations of elevation and honor. Jeri does not have biblical relevance, but it gained popularity in the mid-20th century, seen as a modern choice. Variants include Jerry and Jerrie, and it is perceived as a unique name today, associated with creativity.

The name Jeri is most popular in Montana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers 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. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jeri has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Jeri' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3476th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2464th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5019th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 11936th out of 16616 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4543rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 773rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 358th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 514th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1172nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4020th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9144th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jeri' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jeri"

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Pronunciation

/ˈdʒɛri/

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Origin

Hebrew

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Etymology

The name Jeri is derived from the Hebrew name 'Yeri', which means 'to be exalted' or 'to be lifted up'. It is often associated with the meaning of elevation and honor.

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Meaning

exalted, lifted up

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Language Evolution

Yeri, Jeri

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Historical Usage

Jeri gained popularity in the mid-20th century as a modern name and has been used as both a masculine and feminine name.

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Variants & Derivatives

Jerry, Jerrie, Jery

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Jeri is seen as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.

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Famous People

Jeri Ryan, Jeri Ellsworth

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jeri"

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 "Jeri"

"Jeri" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 3476th of 6773 84
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 2464th of 7552 208
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 5019th of 10718 66
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 11936th of 16616 19
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Girl 4543rd of 9107 68
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Girl 773rd of 9204 1,581
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 358th of 12526 11,990
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Girl 514th of 19264 6,070
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 1172nd of 27321 2,233
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 4020th of 35406 554
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 9144th of 30306 136

Regional Popularity of "Jeri" 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)
- - - -
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

Regional Popularity of "Jeri" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
- - - 100.00%
1142nd/1142
Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
100.00%
570th/570
100.00%
831st/831
100.00%
1249th/1249
100.00%
448th/448
Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
100.00%
278th/278
100.00%
527th/527
100.00%
482nd/482
100.00%
241st/241
Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
100.00%
414th/414
100.00%
932nd/932
100.00%
474th/474
100.00%
474th/474
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
100.00%
975th/975
100.00%
2240th/2240
100.00%
1026th/1026
100.00%
1812th/1812
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
- - 100.00%
3860th/3860
100.00%
5217th/5217
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - - -

State-by-State Popularity of "Jeri"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Jeri" 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.