Jerrica Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationJER-ih-kah / ˈdʒɛrɪkəEnglish; American
Meaning
Derived from the name Jeri; American: strong and powerful
Historical & Cultural Background
Jerrica is a modern name that emerged in the United States during the late 20th century. It is often considered a feminine variation of the name Jeri, which itself is a diminutive of names like Geraldine. The name gained popularity through various media, particularly in the 1980s with the animated series 'Jem and the Holograms'. Jerrica has a contemporary feel and is often associated with creativity and strength.
Trend Summary
Jerrica has seen limited popularity in the United States, with occasional spikes in usage.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jeri
- Jerrie
International Variants
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Famous people named Jerrica
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Fictional characters named Jerrica
Jerrica Benton is the main character in the animated series 'Jem and the Holograms', known for her dual identity as a rock star and a secret superhero.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jerrica was first seen in the United States in 1970. Jerrica has ranked as high as #756 nationally, which occurred in 1988, and has been most popular in Texas, Mississippi, California, Florida, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Jerrica has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jerrica (2010)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1974 | 9 |
| 1975 | 15 |
| 1976 | 13 |
| 1977 | 24 |
| 1978 | 30 |
| 1979 | 24 |
| 1980 | 33 |
| 1981 | 34 |
| 1982 | 34 |
| 1983 | 46 |
| 1984 | 45 |
| 1985 | 64 |
| 1986 | 199 |
| 1987 | 318 |
| 1988 | 437 |
| 1989 | 402 |
| 1990 | 370 |
| 1991 | 272 |
| 1992 | 250 |
| 1993 | 203 |
| 1994 | 194 |
| 1995 | 193 |
| 1996 | 153 |
| 1997 | 136 |
| 1998 | 124 |
| 1999 | 89 |
| 2000 | 99 |
| 2001 | 71 |
| 2002 | 60 |
| 2003 | 50 |
| 2004 | 36 |
| 2005 | 54 |
| 2006 | 41 |
| 2007 | 33 |
| 2008 | 25 |
| 2009 | 27 |
| 2010 | 32 |
| 2011 | 20 |
| 2012 | 32 |
| 2013 | 29 |
| 2014 | 23 |
| 2015 | 25 |
| 2016 | 27 |
| 2017 | 15 |
| 2018 | 18 |
| 2019 | 11 |
| 2020 | 9 |
| 2021 | 10 |
| 2023 | 6 |