"God will uplift"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Jeremi
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A biblical classic meaning exalted by God
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Meaning & Origin
"appointed by God"
Origin: Hebrew Yirmeyahu
Language: Hebrew
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The Story of Jeremi
Jeremi is a variant spelling of Jeremy, which derives from the Hebrew name Yirmeyahu (Jeremiah), meaning Yahweh will uplift or exalted by God. The prophet Jeremiah is one of the major prophets of the Old Testament, and his name spread widely through Christian and Jewish traditions. The French form Jérémie and the simplified Jeremi became alternative spellings across different cultures.
Jeremy was a top-50 American name throughout the 1970s-90s, driven by cultural familiarity and a strong biblical pedigree. The variant Jeremi is rarer, often chosen for its French flair or distinctive spelling.
The name carries deep biblical weight through the prophet Jeremiah, who wrote the Book of Lamentations and warned of Jerusalem's fall. In Christian traditions, the name symbolizes prophetic strength and divine purpose.
Historical Record
Jeremi first appeared in US Social Security records in 1969.
Over 1,660 babies have been named Jeremi in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jeremi is past its peak , currently ranked #6,644 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The prophet Jeremiah is called the weeping prophet due to the emotional depth of his writings
- Jeremy/Jeremi was a top-30 US name throughout the 1980s
Jeremi in Other Languages
French
Jérémie
Polish
Jeremi
Italian
Geremia
Spanish
Jeremías
Portuguese
Jeremias
Popularity Over Time
#6,644
Current Rank
Peaked 1979
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Jeremi
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Jeremy Renner
Actor
1971
American actor known for playing Hawkeye in the Marvel Cinematic Universe
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Jeremy Corbyn
Politician
1949
British politician and former leader of the Labour Party
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Jeremy Irons
Actor
1948
Academy Award-winning British actor
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #6,644
- Total SSA Count
- 13
- Cultural Origins
- American English French Christian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
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Common Nicknames
Jer
Remi
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremi
What does the name Jeremi mean?
"God will uplift" (from Hebrew). "appointed by God" (from Hebrew Yirmeyahu). Jeremi is a variant spelling of Jeremy, which derives from the Hebrew name Yirmeyahu (Jeremiah), meaning Yahweh will uplift or exalted by God. The prophet Jeremiah is one of the major prophets of the Old Testament, and his name spread widely through Christian and Jewish traditions. The French form Jérémie and the simplified Jeremi became alternative spellings across different cultures.
What is the origin of the name Jeremi?
Jeremi has Hebrew, Hebrew Yirmeyahu, American, English, French, and Christian origins. In Hebrew, it means "God will uplift". In Hebrew Yirmeyahu, it means "appointed by God".
Is Jeremi a boy or girl name?
Jeremi is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #6644. As a girl name, it is ranked #60977. Jeremi is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Jeremi?
Jeremi is currently ranked #6644 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Jeremi?
Common nicknames for Jeremi include Jer and Remi.
What are good middle names for Jeremi?
Popular middle name pairings include Jeremi James, Jeremi Michael, Jeremi Lee, Jeremi Thomas, and Jeremi Scott.
What are good sibling names for Jeremi?
Names that pair well with Jeremi as siblings include Joshua, Caleb, Hannah, Elijah, and Natalie.
How many syllables does Jeremi have?
Jeremi has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Jeremi a common or rare name?
Jeremi is an uncommon name, ranked #6644 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Jeremi
Jeremi is a boy name with American, English, French, and Christian origins . The name means "God will uplift" in Hebrew .
Is Jeremi a boy or girl name? Jeremi is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #6,644 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #60,977. Jeremi is more commonly used as a boy name.
Jeremi is currently ranked #6,644 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Jeremi has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Jeremi include Jer and Remi. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Jeremi include Jeremiah, Jeremy, Jeremias, Jeremih . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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