Jeffrey Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJEFF-ree / /ˈdʒɛf.ri/Old French; Germanic
Meaning
Old French: 'peaceful pledge'; Germanic: 'divine peace'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Jeffrey has roots in Old French and Germanic languages. It became popular in England during the Norman Conquest. The name has been used in various forms throughout history, often associated with nobility and chivalry. Its popularity surged in the mid-20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Jeffrey experienced significant popularity in the United States from the 1940s to the 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Geoffrey
- Jeffery
- Jeff
International Variants
- Gottfried (German)
- Goffredo (Italian)
- Joffrey (French)
Famous people named Jeffrey
Jeffrey Archer is a British author and politician known for his novels and political career.
Jeffrey Dahmer was an American serial killer and sex offender, infamous for his crimes in the late 20th century.
Jeffrey Bezos is an American entrepreneur and founder of Amazon, significantly impacting e-commerce.
Jeffrey Wright is an American actor recognized for his roles in film and television, including 'Westworld'.
Fictional characters named Jeffrey
Jeffrey Lebowski is a character in the film 'The Big Lebowski', known as 'The Dude'.
Jeffrey the Giraffe is the mascot for Toys 'R' Us, representing the brand in various marketing campaigns.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jeffrey was first seen in the United States in 1885. Jeffrey has ranked as high as #14 nationally, which occurred in 1962, and has been most popular in California, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Jeffrey has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jeffrey (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 55 | |
| FL | 46 | |
| TX | 41 | |
| NY | 32 | |
| PA | 29 | |
| GA | 26 | |
| NC | 26 | |
| OH | 25 | |
| MD | 19 | |
| VA | 16 | |
| MI | 16 | |
| IL | 16 | |
| TN | 16 | |
| CT | 13 | |
| MO | 13 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1885 | 5 |
| 1910 | 7 |
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1912 | 12 |
| 1913 | 13 |
| 1914 | 11 |
| 1915 | 21 |
| 1916 | 21 |
| 1917 | 18 |
| 1918 | 16 |
| 1919 | 22 |
| 1920 | 22 |
| 1921 | 19 |
| 1922 | 30 |
| 1923 | 27 |
| 1924 | 31 |
| 1925 | 26 |
| 1926 | 27 |
| 1927 | 26 |
| 1928 | 36 |
| 1929 | 19 |
| 1930 | 34 |
| 1931 | 16 |
| 1932 | 37 |
| 1933 | 36 |
| 1934 | 47 |
| 1935 | 43 |
| 1936 | 69 |
| 1937 | 87 |
| 1938 | 156 |
| 1939 | 378 |
| 1940 | 799 |
| 1941 | 1,501 |
| 1942 | 2,055 |
| 1943 | 2,171 |
| 1944 | 2,326 |
| 1945 | 2,782 |
| 1946 | 4,125 |
| 1947 | 5,666 |
| 1948 | 5,930 |
| 1949 | 6,987 |
| 1950 | 7,643 |
| 1951 | 9,715 |
| 1952 | 12,008 |
| 1953 | 15,950 |
| 1954 | 19,051 |
| 1955 | 22,531 |
| 1956 | 23,282 |
| 1957 | 23,980 |
| 1958 | 24,223 |
| 1959 | 26,280 |
| 1960 | 28,829 |
| 1961 | 32,028 |
| 1962 | 33,536 |
| 1963 | 31,699 |
| 1964 | 30,729 |
| 1965 | 29,577 |
| 1966 | 30,199 |
| 1967 | 28,084 |
| 1968 | 28,367 |
| 1969 | 28,965 |
| 1970 | 30,142 |
| 1971 | 25,835 |
| 1972 | 21,677 |
| 1973 | 19,215 |
| 1974 | 19,322 |
| 1975 | 18,317 |
| 1976 | 17,014 |
| 1977 | 17,479 |
| 1978 | 16,993 |
| 1979 | 16,867 |
| 1980 | 16,384 |
| 1981 | 15,932 |
| 1982 | 16,031 |
| 1983 | 15,653 |
| 1984 | 14,759 |
| 1985 | 14,501 |
| 1986 | 13,650 |
| 1987 | 13,477 |
| 1988 | 12,399 |
| 1989 | 12,012 |
| 1990 | 10,980 |
| 1991 | 9,894 |
| 1992 | 8,471 |
| 1993 | 7,536 |
| 1994 | 6,525 |
| 1995 | 5,731 |
| 1996 | 5,263 |
| 1997 | 4,582 |
| 1998 | 4,190 |
| 1999 | 3,815 |
| 2000 | 3,563 |
| 2001 | 3,207 |
| 2002 | 3,000 |
| 2003 | 2,885 |
| 2004 | 2,723 |
| 2005 | 2,425 |
| 2006 | 2,267 |
| 2007 | 2,131 |
| 2008 | 1,998 |
| 2009 | 1,719 |
| 2010 | 1,625 |
| 2011 | 1,439 |
| 2012 | 1,508 |
| 2013 | 1,406 |
| 2014 | 1,379 |
| 2015 | 1,260 |
| 2016 | 1,172 |
| 2017 | 1,056 |
| 2018 | 1,015 |
| 2019 | 881 |
| 2020 | 794 |
| 2021 | 727 |
| 2022 | 679 |
| 2023 | 621 |
| 2024 | 587 |