Jeramiah

Boy Name #3,499 Most Popular Hidden Gem 4 Syllables

God will exalt — a timeless prophetic name

English Christian Jewish American

Classic Traditional Spiritual Strong

Meaning & Origin

"God will uplift"

Origin: Hebrew

Language: English

"God exalts"

Origin: Hebrew

Language: Hebrew

The Story of Jeramiah

Jeramiah is an alternate spelling of Jeremiah, from the Hebrew 'Yirmeyahu,' meaning 'God will uplift' or 'God will exalt.' Jeremiah was a major Hebrew prophet who prophesied the fall of Jerusalem, wrote the Book of Lamentations, and is known as the 'Weeping Prophet' for his anguish over Israel's fate. The name has been in continuous English use since the Protestant Reformation brought Old Testament names into fashion.

Jeremiah (and variant spellings like Jeramiah) has maintained steady popularity in the United States, consistently ranking in the top 100 boys' names since the 1970s. Its use is particularly strong in religious communities and in the American South.

The prophet Jeremiah is revered in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. In American culture, the name has deep colonial roots — Jeremiah was one of the most common names in early New England, carried by patriots and preachers who helped shape American identity.

Fun Facts

The Book of Jeremiah in the Old Testament is the longest prophetic book in the Bible by word count
Jeremiah was a consistent top-50 boys' name in the US from 1977 through the 2020s, showing extraordinary staying power

Jeramiah in Other Languages

Arabic إرميا

French Jérémie

Hebrew יִרְמְיָהוּ

Italian Geremia

Spanish Jeremías

Famous People Named Jeramiah

Jeremiah (Prophet)

Religious

Hebrew prophet of the Old Testament, author of the Book of Jeremiah and Lamentations, known as the Weeping Prophet

Jeremiah Johnson

Other

Legendary 19th-century American mountain man, also the subject of a beloved 1972 film starring Robert Redford

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Syllables: 4
Popularity Rank: #3,499
Total SSA Count: 33
Cultural Origins: English Christian Jewish American
Pronunciation: Easy
Formality: Formal
Cross-Cultural Ease: High

Alternative Spellings

Jerald #3957

Common Nicknames

Jerry Jem Remy Miah

Pairs Well With

Jeramiah James Jeramiah Cole Jeramiah David Jeramiah Thomas Jeramiah Lee

Sibling Names

Isaiah Elijah Josiah Abigail Hannah

Similar Names

Jerry Isaiah Jeremiah Hezekiah Malachi Zachariah Nehemiah Jeffery

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Frequently Asked Questions About Jeramiah

What does the name Jeramiah mean?

"God will uplift" (from Hebrew). "God exalts" (from Hebrew). Jeramiah is an alternate spelling of Jeremiah, from the Hebrew 'Yirmeyahu,' meaning 'God will uplift' or 'God will exalt.' Jeremiah was a major Hebrew prophet who prophesied the fall of Jerusalem, wrote the Book of Lamentations, and is known as the 'Weeping Prophet' for his anguish over Israel's fate. The name has been in continuous English use since the Protestant Reformation brought Old Testament names into fashion.

What is the origin of the name Jeramiah?

Jeramiah has Hebrew, English, Christian, Jewish, and American origins. In Hebrew, it means "God will uplift". In Hebrew, it means "God exalts".

Is Jeramiah a boy or girl name?

Jeramiah is primarily used as a boy name.

How popular is the name Jeramiah?

Jeramiah is currently ranked #3499 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Jeramiah?

Common nicknames for Jeramiah include Jerry, Jem, Remy, and Miah.

What are good middle names for Jeramiah?

Popular middle name pairings include Jeramiah James, Jeramiah Cole, Jeramiah David, Jeramiah Thomas, and Jeramiah Lee.

What are good sibling names for Jeramiah?

Names that pair well with Jeramiah as siblings include Isaiah, Elijah, Josiah, Abigail, and Hannah.

How many syllables does Jeramiah have?

Jeramiah has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.

Is Jeramiah a common or rare name?

Jeramiah is an uncommon name, ranked #3499 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Jeramiah

Jeramiah is a boy name with English, Christian, Jewish, and American origins . The name means "God will uplift" in Hebrew .

Jeramiah is currently ranked #3,499 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

The name Jeramiah has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.

Common nicknames for Jeramiah include Jerry, Jem, Remy, and Miah. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Jeramiah include Jerald . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.