Jerimiah
Complete Name Analysis & Etymology Guide
5,049 Total Births
145 Years of Data
2010 Peak Popularity Year
250 Peak Births

Jerimiah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Jerimiah is a Hebrew name meaning 'Yahweh will exalt', evolving from Yirmiyahu through various languages. It has biblical significance, being associated with a major prophet. The name has a strong image and has gained popularity in English-speaking cultures, particularly since the Reformation. Variants like Jeremiah and Jerry are common.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jerimiah"

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Pronunciation

/ˌdʒɛrɪˈmaɪə/

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Origin

Hebrew

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Etymology

The name Jerimiah is derived from the Hebrew name Yirmiyahu, which means 'Yahweh will exalt' or 'Yahweh has uplifted'.

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Meaning

Yahweh will exalt

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Language Evolution

Yirmiyahu (Hebrew), Jeremias (Greek), Jeremia (Latin), Jeremiah (English)

Biblical Background

Jerimiah is a variant of Jeremiah, a significant prophet in the Hebrew Bible, known for the Book of Jeremiah.

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Historical Usage

The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the Protestant Reformation, as biblical names became more favored.

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Variants & Derivatives

Jeremiah, Jere, Jerry

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Jerimiah is perceived as a traditional and strong name, often associated with wisdom and leadership.

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Famous People

Jeremiah Wright, an influential pastor and theologian, Jeremiah S. Black, a notable American lawyer and politician

📊 Jerimiah Name Trend Analysis

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Boy Name Trend

Recent 3-Year Analysis

3-Year Trend: Stable
25-Year Trend: Relatively Stable

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✨ Jerimiah Name Meaning & Significance

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Popularity Trend

Less Common name with 250 peak births in 2010

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Geographic Spread

Popular across 30 US states, with strongest presence in Florida

Historical Span

Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends

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Generational Impact

Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity

🔊 Same Pronunciation Names for "Jerimiah" - Complete Guide (1 Names)

Discover the ultimate list of homophone names and same pronunciation names that sound identical to "Jerimiah". These names share the same pronunciation but may have different spellings, offering alternative options for parents seeking similar-sounding names. Whether you're looking for American or British pronunciation variations, this comprehensive guide includes 1 carefully curated names that maintain the same phonetic sound.

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jerimiah"

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 "Jerimiah"

"Jerimiah" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 4523rd of 7545 44
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 5062nd of 6773 23
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 4902nd of 7552 36
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 1360th of 10718 632
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 1304th of 16616 1,073
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 1088th of 24088 2,481
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 2216th of 23106 760

Regional Popularity of "Jerimiah" by Generation for Male Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
34.83%
1023rd/2937
49.61%
1728th/3483
41.53%
1461st/3518
29.33%
1186th/4044
Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
32.29%
1190th/3685
48.18%
2156th/4475
36.39%
1890th/5194
23.33%
1474th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
22.96%
1052nd/4582
25.62%
1323rd/5164
14.44%
1056th/7313
16.00%
1194th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
50.60%
2016th/3984
59.86%
2686th/4487
28.95%
1975th/6822
38.10%
2391st/6276

Regional Popularity of "Jerimiah" by Generation for Female Names

TOP(%) MidWest Northeast South West
G.I. Generation
(1901-1927)
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Silent Generation
(1928-1945)
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Baby Boomers
(1946-1964)
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Generation X (Gen X)
(1965-1980)
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Millennials (Gen Y)
(1981-1996)
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Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
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Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
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State-by-State Popularity of "Jerimiah"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Jerimiah" 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.

Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Jerimiah" in the United States

The name Jerimiah is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jerimiah has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Jerimiah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4523rd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5062nd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4902nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1360th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1304th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1088th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2216th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Jerimiah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Infographic: Jerimiah name meaning, origin, and popularity trends in the United States (US baby name analysis chart)
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