"God will raise up"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Jeremy
Pronunciation: [ j-EHR-uhm-ee ]
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Meaning & Origin
"appointed by God"
Origin: Hebrew via Latin
Language: English
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The Story of Jeremy
Jeremy is the English form of Jeremiah, from the Hebrew name Yirmeyahu, meaning God will raise up or appointed by God. The name arrived in England via the Latin Jeremias and Old French Jeremie, gaining widespread use during the medieval period when biblical names were fashionable. Jeremiah was one of the major prophets of the Old Testament, lending the name enduring religious weight in Christian and Jewish traditions.
Jeremy peaked in the United States in the 1970s and 1980s, driven by its use in TV shows and a general trend toward traditional biblical names. Pearl Jam's iconic 1991 song Jeremy brought the name back into cultural conversation but did not reverse its gradual decline in the baby name charts.
In the UK, Jeremy carries associations with the British political class, with notable figures like Jeremy Corbyn and Jeremy Hunt shaping modern perception. The name's biblical roots keep it in steady use in religious communities across the English-speaking world.
Historical Record
Jeremy first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 444,424 babies have been named Jeremy in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jeremy is past its peak , currently ranked #266 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Pearl Jam's song Jeremy (1991) reached the top of rock charts and won multiple MTV VMAs
- Jeremy Bentham, the 18th-century philosopher, requested his preserved body be displayed at University College London — it still is
- Jeremy was a top-30 name in the US for most of the 1970s and 1980s
Jeremy in Other Languages
French
Jeremie
German
Jeremias
Italian
Geremia
Spanish
Jeremias
Portuguese
Jeremias
Popularity Over Time
#266
Current Rank
Peaked 1976
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Jeremy
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Jeremy Lin
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1988
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Jeremy Renner
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1971
American actor known for playing Hawkeye in the Marvel Cinematic Universe
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Jeremy Irons
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1948
British Academy Award-winning actor known for Reversal of Fortune and The Lion King
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Jeremy Fisher Fictional
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Frog protagonist of Beatrix Potter's 1906 children's book The Tale of Mr. Jeremy Fisher
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #266
- Total SSA Count
- 1,308
- Cultural Origins
- English American Canadian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Remy
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremy
What does the name Jeremy mean?
"God will raise up" (from Hebrew). "appointed by God" (from Hebrew via Latin). Jeremy is the English form of Jeremiah, from the Hebrew name Yirmeyahu, meaning God will raise up or appointed by God. The name arrived in England via the Latin Jeremias and Old French Jeremie, gaining widespread use during the medieval period when biblical names were fashionable. Jeremiah was one of the major prophets of the Old Testament, lending the name enduring religious weight in Christian and Jewish traditions.
What is the origin of the name Jeremy?
Jeremy has Hebrew, Hebrew via Latin, English, American, and Canadian origins. In Hebrew, it means "God will raise up". In Hebrew via Latin, it means "appointed by God".
Is Jeremy a boy or girl name?
Jeremy is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #266. As a girl name, it is ranked #48175. Jeremy is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Jeremy?
Jeremy is pronounced j-EHR-uhm-ee.
How popular is the name Jeremy?
Jeremy is currently ranked #266 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Jeremy?
Common nicknames for Jeremy include Jer, Jerry, and Remy.
What are good middle names for Jeremy?
Popular middle name pairings include Jeremy James, Jeremy Cole, Jeremy Thomas, Jeremy Reid, Jeremy Scott, Jeremy Blake, and Jeremy Lee.
What are good sibling names for Jeremy?
Names that pair well with Jeremy as siblings include Joshua, Jacob, Hannah, Jessica, Caleb, Abigail, and Nathan.
How many syllables does Jeremy have?
Jeremy has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Jeremy a common or rare name?
Jeremy is a popular name, ranked #266 for boys. It is well-known without being overused.
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About the Name Jeremy
Jeremy is a boy name with English, American, and Canadian origins . The name means "God will raise up" in Hebrew .
Is Jeremy a boy or girl name? Jeremy is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #266 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #48,175. Jeremy is more commonly used as a boy name.
Jeremy is currently ranked #266 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Jeremy has 3 syllables and is pronounced j-EHR-uhm-ee, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Jeremy include Jer, Jerry, and Remy. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Jeremy include Jeremiah, Jeremias, Jeremih . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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