"God will uplift"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: French
Jeremie
The French prophet name with timeless appeal
French
English
Belgian
Swiss
Classic
Sophisticated
Traditional
Elegant
Meaning & Origin
"appointed by God"
Origin: Hebrew Yirmeyahu
Language: English
The Story of Jeremie
Jérémie is the French form of Jeremiah, derived from the Hebrew Yirmeyahu meaning God will uplift or appointed by God. The name passed through Greek (Hieremias) and Latin (Jeremias) before arriving in French as Jérémie. It has been used in French-speaking countries for centuries, carried by medieval saints and later popularized by the Old Testament prophet.
Jérémie has been a consistent presence in French-speaking countries, maintaining steady popularity in France, Belgium, and Canada. It peaked in France during the 1980s and 1990s and remains a well-loved classic in Francophone cultures.
In French Catholic tradition, Jérémie is associated with the Old Testament prophet Jeremiah, a major prophetic figure. The name is celebrated on May 1st in the French Catholic calendar, making it a meaningful choice for devout families.
Fun Facts
- The French spelling Jérémie is especially popular in Quebec, Canada
- Saint Jérémie is venerated in the Eastern Orthodox Church
Jeremie in Other Languages
German
Jeremias
Hebrew
יִרְמְיָהוּ
English
Jeremy/Jeremiah
Italian
Geremia
Spanish
Jeremías
Popularity Over Time
#6,118
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Peaked 1976
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Famous People Named Jeremie
J
Jérémie Bela
Athlete
1993
French-Congolese professional footballer who plays as a winger
J
Jérémie Renier
Actor
1981
Belgian actor known for his work in French-language cinema
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #6,118
- Total SSA Count
- 15
- Cultural Origins
- French English Belgian Swiss
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Jere
Jemi
Remi
Middle Name Ideas
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Jeremie is also used as a girl name, ranked #61211.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jeremie
What does the name Jeremie mean?
"God will uplift" (from Hebrew). "appointed by God" (from Hebrew Yirmeyahu). Jérémie is the French form of Jeremiah, derived from the Hebrew Yirmeyahu meaning God will uplift or appointed by God. The name passed through Greek (Hieremias) and Latin (Jeremias) before arriving in French as Jérémie. It has been used in French-speaking countries for centuries, carried by medieval saints and later popularized by the Old Testament prophet.
What is the origin of the name Jeremie?
Jeremie has Hebrew, Hebrew Yirmeyahu, French, English, Belgian, and Swiss origins. In Hebrew, it means "God will uplift". In Hebrew Yirmeyahu, it means "appointed by God".
Is Jeremie a boy or girl name?
Jeremie is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #6118. As a girl name, it is ranked #61211. Jeremie is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Jeremie?
Jeremie is currently ranked #6118 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Jeremie?
Common nicknames for Jeremie include Jere, Jemi, and Remi.
What are good middle names for Jeremie?
Popular middle name pairings include Jeremie Paul, Jeremie Louis, Jeremie Marc, Jeremie Alexander, Jeremie Thomas, and Jeremie Claude.
What are good sibling names for Jeremie?
Names that pair well with Jeremie as siblings include Chloe, Sophie, Antoine, Mathieu, Elise, and Camille.
How many syllables does Jeremie have?
Jeremie has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Jeremie a common or rare name?
Jeremie is an uncommon name, ranked #6118 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Jeremie
Jeremie is a boy name with French, English, Belgian, and Swiss origins . The name means "God will uplift" in Hebrew .
Is Jeremie a boy or girl name? Jeremie is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #6,118 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #61,211. Jeremie is more commonly used as a boy name.
Jeremie is currently ranked #6,118 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Jeremie has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Jeremie include Jere, Jemi, and Remi. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Jeremie include Jeremiah, Jeremy, Jeremias, Jeremih . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.