Jeffey Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJEFF-ee / /ˈdʒɛfi/English; Hebrew
Meaning
English: God is gracious; Hebrew: God will add
Historical & Cultural Background
Jeffey is a variant of the name Jeffrey, which has roots in the Old French name 'Geoffroi'. The name gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the Middle Ages. It has been used in various forms throughout history, reflecting cultural influences from both English and Hebrew traditions. The name has seen fluctuations in popularity, often associated with notable figures in history and literature.
Trend Summary
The name Jeffey has seen limited popularity in the U.S., often overshadowed by its more common variant, Jeffrey.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jeffrey
- Geoffrey
International Variants
- Jeffrey (English)
- Geoffroi (French)
- Jefrey (Spanish)
Famous people named Jeffey
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Fictional characters named Jeffey
Jeffey is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for his quirky personality.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jeffey was first seen in the United States in 1955. Jeffey has ranked as high as #1078 nationally, which occurred in 1967, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Jeffey has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jeffey
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1960 | 7 |
| 1961 | 6 |
| 1962 | 9 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1967 | 10 |
| 1968 | 7 |
| 1969 | 8 |
| 1970 | 9 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1991 | 8 |