"God will uplift"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
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"God exalts"
Origin: Hebrew
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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.
Historical Record
Jeramiah first appeared in US Social Security records in 1973.
Over 4,740 babies have been named Jeramiah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jeramiah is past its peak , currently ranked #3,499 for boy names in the US .
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
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#3,499
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Peaked 2010
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Jeremiah (Prophet)
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Hebrew prophet of the Old Testament, author of the Book of Jeremiah and Lamentations, known as the Weeping Prophet
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- 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
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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.
What boy names are similar to Jeramiah?
Are there other spellings for Jeramiah?
Related spellings include Jerald.
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.
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