Jeremy
JER-uh-mee
✦ Meaning
“English form of Jeremiah, from Hebrew 'Yirmiyahu' meaning 'God will uplift'; popularized during the 20th century as a standalone given name.”
Popularity Over Time
Currently ranked #266 in the United States.
Origin
Syllables
3
Nicknames
Style
Famous Bearers
- Jeremy Renner (actor)
- Jeremy Irons (actor)
Collections
Cross-Cultural Notes
Universal across English-speaking cultures
People Also Ask
English form of Jeremiah, from Hebrew 'Yirmiyahu' meaning 'God will uplift'; popularized during the 20th century as a standalone given name.
Jeremy is currently ranked #266 in the United States. Fewer parents are choosing it each year.
Popular nicknames for Jeremy include Jerry, Jem, Rem.
Names that pair beautifully with Jeremy include Joshua, Jeremiah, Judah, Jude.