Jeris Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationJER-iss / /ˈdʒɛrɪs/English; Hebrew
Meaning
English: derivative of Jerry; Hebrew: God will uplift
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Jeris is often considered a modern variation of the name Jerry, which itself is a diminutive of Gerald or Jeremy. In Hebrew, the name has a spiritual connotation, suggesting divine support. The name has seen varying levels of popularity in different regions, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
The name Jeris has not been widely popular in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jerys
- Jeris
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jeris was first seen in the United States in 1938. Jeris has ranked as high as #1064 nationally, which occurred in 1983, and has been most popular in Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Jeris has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jeris (1983)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| OH | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 13 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 52 |
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2010 | 5 |