Jerik
Jerik is a boy baby name. Ranked #12,269 in the US. Common nicknames: Jer, Jey, Jerie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Jerik first appeared in US Social Security records in 1986.
Over 204 babies have been named Jerik in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jerik is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #12,269 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #12,269
- Total SSA Count
- 8
Alternative Spellings
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About the Name Jerik
Jerik is a boy name .
Jerik is currently ranked #12,269 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Jerik include Jer, Jey, and Jerie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Jerik include Jericho, Jeriah, Jeriel, Jerimiah . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis