Jefrey Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: JEFF-ree //ˈdʒɛfri//
Origin: English; Hebrew
Meaning: English: Peace; Hebrew: God will add
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Jefrey is derived from the Old French name "Geoffroi," which itself originates from the Germanic elements "gēbe" meaning "gift" and "frid" meaning "peace." The name was introduced to England by the Normans during the 11th century, following the Norman Conquest of 1066. In Middle English, the name evolved into various forms, including "Jeffrey" and "Jefrey," as it was adapted to fit the phonetic and orthographic conventions of the English language.
The spelling "Jefrey" is a variant that emerged later, influenced by the desire for a more phonetic representation of the name. Historically, the name Jefrey and its variants have been borne by notable figures, including Geoffrey Chaucer, a prominent English poet of the 14th century, who is often referred to as the father of English literature.
Chaucer's works, particularly "The Canterbury Tales," helped to solidify the use of English in literary contexts, and the name Geoffrey was prevalent among the nobility and clergy during this period. Additionally, the name appears in various historical records and documents, reflecting its usage across different social strata.
Culturally, the name Jefrey has been associated with qualities such as generosity and peace, stemming from its etymological roots. The name has also been linked to various saints, particularly Saint Geoffrey, a figure revered in some Christian traditions.
The enduring nature of the name can be attributed to its historical significance and the positive connotations associated with its meaning. Variants like "Jeff" have emerged as diminutives, further embedding the name into cultural practices.
Overall, Jefrey reflects a rich linguistic heritage and a legacy that spans centuries.
Famous people named Jefrey
In this section, you will find notable people named Jefrey. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Jefrey who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Jefrey Zaslow is an author and journalist best known for The Last Lecture, The Girls from Ames, and his work with the Wall Street Journal.
Sibling suggestions
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jefrey was first seen in the United States in 1950.
Jefrey has ranked as high as #4281 nationally, which occurred in 1967, and has been most popular in California, and New York.
In the past 5 years the name Jefrey has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Jefrey 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 Jefrey 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 Jefrey.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 6 | 6 |
| 2016 | 6 | 6 |
| 2011 | 5 | 5 |
| 2010 | 5 | 5 |
| 2009 | 13 | 13 |
| 2008 | 13 | 13 |
| 2007 | 10 | 10 |
| 2006 | 12 | 12 |
| 2005 | 12 | 12 |
| 2004 | 6 | 6 |
| 2003 | 11 | 11 |
| 2002 | 10 | 10 |
| 2001 | 6 | 6 |
| 2000 | 13 | 13 |
| 1999 | 13 | 13 |
| 1998 | 17 | 17 |
| 1997 | 18 | 18 |
| 1996 | 7 | 7 |
| 1995 | 11 | 11 |
| 1994 | 15 | 15 |
| 1993 | 12 | 12 |
| 1992 | 14 | 14 |
| 1991 | 9 | 9 |
| 1990 | 13 | 13 |
| 1989 | 15 | 15 |
| 1988 | 16 | 16 |
| 1987 | 15 | 15 |
| 1986 | 16 | 16 |
| 1985 | 16 | 16 |
| 1984 | 15 | 15 |
| 1983 | 11 | 11 |
| 1982 | 14 | 14 |
| 1981 | 12 | 12 |
| 1980 | 12 | 12 |
| 1979 | 11 | 11 |
| 1978 | 7 | 7 |
| 1977 | 15 | 15 |
| 1976 | 11 | 11 |
| 1975 | 15 | 15 |
| 1974 | 10 | 10 |
| 1973 | 16 | 16 |
| 1972 | 14 | 14 |
| 1971 | 15 | 15 |
| 1970 | 17 | 17 |
| 1969 | 20 | 20 |
| 1968 | 13 | 13 |
| 1967 | 20 | 20 |
| 1966 | 14 | 14 |
| 1965 | 19 | 19 |
| 1964 | 12 | 12 |
| 1963 | 12 | 12 |
| 1962 | 18 | 18 |
| 1961 | 14 | 14 |
| 1960 | 13 | 13 |
| 1959 | 15 | 15 |
| 1958 | 12 | 12 |
| 1957 | 7 | 7 |
| 1956 | 6 | 6 |
| 1955 | 7 | 7 |
| 1954 | 6 | 6 |
| 1953 | 8 | 8 |
| 1952 | 9 | 9 |
| 1951 | 7 | 7 |
| 1950 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Jefrey (2000)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |