Jeffery Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJEFF-ree / /ˈdʒɛfəri/English; German
Meaning
English: God's peace; German: traveler
Historical & Cultural Background
Jeffery is derived from the Old French name 'Geoffrey', which became popular in England after the Norman Conquest. The name has been used in various forms throughout history, often associated with nobility and chivalry. It has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, particularly in the mid-20th century.
Trend Summary
Jeffery experienced peak popularity in the United States during the 1940s to 1960s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jeff
- Geoffrey
- Jeffrey
International Variants
- Geoffrey (English)
- Gottfried (German)
- Jeffrey (English)
Famous people named Jeffery
Jeffery Deaver is an American author known for his thriller novels, particularly the Lincoln Rhyme series.
Jeffery Tambor is an American actor recognized for his roles in television series such as 'Arrested Development' and 'Transparent'.
Jeffery Immelt served as the CEO of General Electric from 2001 to 2017, overseeing significant changes in the company.
Jeffery Wright is an American actor acclaimed for his performances in films such as 'Basquiat' and the 'Westworld' series.
Fictional characters named Jeffery
Jeffery is a character in the animated series 'The Magic School Bus', known for his curious nature.
Jeffery is a character in the video game series 'The Last of Us', serving as a minor character in the storyline.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jeffery was first seen in the United States in 1894. Jeffery has ranked as high as #92 nationally, which occurred in 1962, and has been most popular in California, Ohio, Michigan, Illinois, and Indiana. In the past 5 years the name Jeffery has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jeffery (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 17 | |
| OH | 12 | |
| GA | 12 | |
| MI | 9 | |
| CA | 7 | |
| FL | 6 | |
| SC | 6 | |
| TN | 6 | |
| AL | 5 | |
| NC | 5 | |
| IL | 5 | |
| IN | 5 | |
| LA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1894 | 5 |
| 1907 | 5 |
| 1909 | 8 |
| 1910 | 7 |
| 1912 | 15 |
| 1913 | 15 |
| 1914 | 16 |
| 1915 | 13 |
| 1916 | 17 |
| 1917 | 17 |
| 1918 | 15 |
| 1919 | 14 |
| 1920 | 10 |
| 1921 | 13 |
| 1922 | 23 |
| 1923 | 18 |
| 1924 | 25 |
| 1925 | 29 |
| 1926 | 23 |
| 1927 | 29 |
| 1928 | 25 |
| 1929 | 21 |
| 1930 | 29 |
| 1931 | 16 |
| 1932 | 22 |
| 1933 | 27 |
| 1934 | 27 |
| 1935 | 25 |
| 1936 | 34 |
| 1937 | 22 |
| 1938 | 40 |
| 1939 | 53 |
| 1940 | 128 |
| 1941 | 204 |
| 1942 | 281 |
| 1943 | 313 |
| 1944 | 336 |
| 1945 | 352 |
| 1946 | 552 |
| 1947 | 744 |
| 1948 | 795 |
| 1949 | 1,049 |
| 1950 | 1,216 |
| 1951 | 1,631 |
| 1952 | 2,186 |
| 1953 | 3,041 |
| 1954 | 3,936 |
| 1955 | 5,464 |
| 1956 | 6,571 |
| 1957 | 7,507 |
| 1958 | 6,837 |
| 1959 | 7,489 |
| 1960 | 7,656 |
| 1961 | 8,924 |
| 1962 | 9,281 |
| 1963 | 8,482 |
| 1964 | 8,360 |
| 1965 | 7,737 |
| 1966 | 7,899 |
| 1967 | 7,229 |
| 1968 | 7,223 |
| 1969 | 6,738 |
| 1970 | 6,701 |
| 1971 | 6,100 |
| 1972 | 5,063 |
| 1973 | 4,407 |
| 1974 | 4,364 |
| 1975 | 3,903 |
| 1976 | 3,564 |
| 1977 | 3,564 |
| 1978 | 3,543 |
| 1979 | 3,357 |
| 1980 | 3,324 |
| 1981 | 3,335 |
| 1982 | 3,313 |
| 1983 | 3,155 |
| 1984 | 3,025 |
| 1985 | 2,947 |
| 1986 | 2,769 |
| 1987 | 2,645 |
| 1988 | 2,584 |
| 1989 | 2,478 |
| 1990 | 2,320 |
| 1991 | 2,121 |
| 1992 | 1,824 |
| 1993 | 1,626 |
| 1994 | 1,416 |
| 1995 | 1,273 |
| 1996 | 1,119 |
| 1997 | 1,080 |
| 1998 | 965 |
| 1999 | 924 |
| 2000 | 837 |
| 2001 | 779 |
| 2002 | 734 |
| 2003 | 697 |
| 2004 | 623 |
| 2005 | 607 |
| 2006 | 643 |
| 2007 | 554 |
| 2008 | 533 |
| 2009 | 479 |
| 2010 | 447 |
| 2011 | 408 |
| 2012 | 373 |
| 2013 | 396 |
| 2014 | 388 |
| 2015 | 305 |
| 2016 | 314 |
| 2017 | 312 |
| 2018 | 259 |
| 2019 | 244 |
| 2020 | 215 |
| 2021 | 183 |
| 2022 | 173 |
| 2023 | 153 |
| 2024 | 150 |