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Jerry vs Quentin

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jerry

Boy #868 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God will uplift (from Jeremy/Jeremiah)"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American English Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#868
Total SSA Count
277
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

12 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Jerry Rank #868
Quentin Rank #789

Quentin is more popular, ranked #789 vs #868 for Jerry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jerry or Quentin more popular?

Quentin is more popular, ranked #789 compared to Jerry at #868 in the United States.

What do Jerry and Quentin mean?

Jerry means "God will uplift (from Jeremy/Jeremiah)" (Hebrew origin). Quentin means "fifth, born fifth" (Latin origin).

Are Jerry and Quentin boy or girl names?

Jerry is primarily a boy name. Quentin is primarily a boy name.

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