Jeremee Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: JER-uh-mee //ˈdʒɛr ə mi//
Origin: Hebrew; English
Meaning: Hebrew: God will uplift; English: variant of Jeremy
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Jeremee is derived from the Hebrew name Yirmeyahu (ירמיהו), which means "Yahweh will uplift" or "exalted by Yahweh." This name is composed of two elements: "Yah," a shortened form of the Tetragrammaton representing the name of God in Hebrew, and "ramah," meaning "to uplift" or "to raise." The name transitioned into Greek as Ieremias (Ἰερεμίας) and subsequently into Latin as Jeremias, which then influenced its adoption into Old French as Jérémy before evolving into the English form Jeremee. Historically, the name is most notably associated with the biblical prophet Jeremiah, who lived in the late 7th to early 6th century BCE.
Jeremiah is recognized for his role in the Hebrew Bible, particularly in the Book of Jeremiah, which details his prophecies concerning the fall of Jerusalem and the Babylonian exile. His significance is further underscored by the inclusion of his writings in the Septuagint, the Greek translation of the Hebrew Scriptures, and later in the Latin Vulgate, solidifying his influence in both Jewish and Christian traditions.
Culturally, the name Jeremee carries connotations of divine support and elevation, reflecting the themes of hope and resilience found in Jeremiah's prophecies. The name has been embraced in various forms across different cultures, often associated with figures of strength and faith.
In addition to its biblical roots, the name has been linked to various saints and historical figures throughout the centuries, reinforcing its enduring presence in religious and cultural contexts. The diminutive form Jeremy has also been widely used, further illustrating the name's adaptability and resonance across different eras.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jeremee was first seen in the United States in 1977.
Jeremee has ranked as high as #12123 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Jeremee has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Jeremee 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 Jeremee 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 Jeremee.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 1998 | 6 | 6 |
| 1995 | 5 | 5 |
| 1994 | 5 | 5 |
| 1992 | 7 | 7 |
| 1990 | 10 | 10 |
| 1989 | 5 | 5 |
| 1988 | 5 | 5 |
| 1982 | 5 | 5 |
| 1980 | 5 | 5 |
| 1977 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Jeremee
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