Jeffre Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: JEFF-ree //ˈdʒɛf.ri//
Origin: English; French
Meaning: English: God's peace; French: derived from Geoffrey
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Jeffre is derived from the Old French name "Geoffroi," which itself originates from the Germanic elements "geof," meaning "gift," and "frid," meaning "peace." This name was introduced to England by the Normans during the 11th century, following the Norman Conquest of 1066. The Old French form evolved into various spellings, including "Geoffrey" and "Jeffrey," before the anglicized version "Jeffre" emerged.
The transition into English reflects the linguistic blending that occurred during this period, as Anglo-Norman culture influenced the English language significantly. Historically, the name Geoffrey has notable figures associated with it, including Geoffrey of Monmouth, a 12th-century cleric and historian known for his work "Historia Regum Britanniae," which contributed to the legend of King Arthur.
The name also appears in various medieval texts and was borne by several English nobles and saints, reinforcing its prominence in the medieval period. The spelling "Jeffrey" became more common in the later Middle Ages and Renaissance, with various forms appearing in literature and records.
Culturally, the name Jeffre and its variants have been associated with qualities such as nobility and valor, often linked to the chivalric ideals of the time. The name has also been used in various literary works, further embedding it in the cultural consciousness.
The diminutive form "Jeff" has been used informally, but it retains a connection to the original name's historical roots. Overall, the name Jeffre carries a legacy that reflects its rich etymological background and historical significance.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jeffre was first seen in the United States in 1945.
Jeffre has ranked as high as #5242 nationally, which occurred in 1962, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Jeffre has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Jeffre is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Jeffre was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Jeffre.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 5 | 5 |
| 2004 | 7 | 7 |
| 1999 | 5 | 5 |
| 1989 | 7 | 7 |
| 1987 | 7 | 7 |
| 1986 | 6 | 6 |
| 1983 | 7 | 7 |
| 1980 | 5 | 5 |
| 1979 | 8 | 8 |
| 1978 | 5 | 5 |
| 1977 | 5 | 5 |
| 1976 | 5 | 5 |
| 1975 | 7 | 7 |
| 1974 | 6 | 6 |
| 1973 | 6 | 6 |
| 1972 | 9 | 9 |
| 1970 | 5 | 5 |
| 1969 | 7 | 7 |
| 1968 | 8 | 8 |
| 1967 | 10 | 10 |
| 1966 | 7 | 7 |
| 1964 | 8 | 8 |
| 1963 | 14 | 14 |
| 1962 | 14 | 14 |
| 1961 | 13 | 13 |
| 1960 | 6 | 6 |
| 1959 | 6 | 6 |
| 1958 | 6 | 6 |
| 1957 | 11 | 11 |
| 1956 | 6 | 6 |
| 1955 | 5 | 5 |
| 1954 | 9 | 9 |
| 1953 | 9 | 9 |
| 1949 | 7 | 7 |
| 1945 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Jeffre
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