Girl · 906th of 12,526
Jerrie
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
5,596
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1946
Peak Popularity Year
180
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Jerrie stands across generations
This name is not present in the Generation Alpha ranking.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Jerrie is an English name that originated as a diminutive of Gerald, meaning 'spear ruler.' It evolved from Gerald in Old English to Jerry in modern English, before settling into its current form. The name is associated with friendly traits and has no biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the mid-20th century and is currently seen as warm and approachable.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒɛri/
Origin
English
Etymology
Jerrie is a diminutive form of the name Gerald or a variant of Jerry, which itself is derived from the Hebrew name Yirmiyahu (Jeremiah).
Meaning
spear ruler
Language Evolution
Gerald (Old English), Jerry (English), Jerrie (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the mid-20th century as a casual and friendly form of Jerry.
Variants & Derivatives
Jerry, Gerald, Gerry
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jerrie is perceived as a friendly and approachable name, often associated with warmth and familiarity.
Famous People
Jerrie Cobb, an American aviator and record-setting pilot, Jerrie McGhee, an American politician
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 180 peak births in 1946
Geographic Spread
Popular across 26 US states, with strongest presence in Alabama
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 11 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 13 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 11 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 6687th of 7545 | 10 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2903rd of 6773 | 125 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2942nd of 7552 | 149 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5385th of 10718 | 56 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2504th of 9107 | 223 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 769th of 9204 | 1,593 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 906th of 12526 | 2,324 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1749th of 19264 | 857 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5746th of 27321 | 227 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 22968th of 35406 | 27 |