Jeralyn Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationJER-uh-lin / /ˈdʒɛr.ə.lɪn/English; American
Meaning
Combination of 'Jer' from names like Jeremy and 'lyn' meaning lake or waterfall
Historical & Cultural Background
Jeralyn is a modern name that emerged in the 20th century, primarily in the United States. It reflects a trend of creating unique names by blending traditional elements. The name has gained some popularity among parents seeking distinctive yet familiar options for their daughters.
Trend Summary
Jeralyn has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a peak in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jerilyn
- Jeralin
International Variants
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Famous people named Jeralyn
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Fictional characters named Jeralyn
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jeralyn was first seen in the United States in 1930. Jeralyn has ranked as high as #1115 nationally, which occurred in 1961, and has been most popular in California, Oregon, New York, Wisconsin, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Jeralyn has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jeralyn (2003)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1930 | 13 |
| 1932 | 9 |
| 1934 | 9 |
| 1935 | 8 |
| 1936 | 8 |
| 1937 | 10 |
| 1938 | 8 |
| 1939 | 7 |
| 1940 | 9 |
| 1941 | 18 |
| 1942 | 21 |
| 1943 | 17 |
| 1944 | 7 |
| 1945 | 18 |
| 1946 | 23 |
| 1947 | 27 |
| 1948 | 19 |
| 1949 | 26 |
| 1950 | 21 |
| 1951 | 24 |
| 1952 | 20 |
| 1953 | 19 |
| 1954 | 27 |
| 1955 | 22 |
| 1956 | 26 |
| 1957 | 24 |
| 1958 | 16 |
| 1959 | 17 |
| 1960 | 19 |
| 1961 | 28 |
| 1962 | 27 |
| 1963 | 28 |
| 1964 | 25 |
| 1965 | 20 |
| 1966 | 17 |
| 1967 | 18 |
| 1968 | 18 |
| 1969 | 18 |
| 1970 | 13 |
| 1971 | 13 |
| 1972 | 15 |
| 1973 | 18 |
| 1974 | 13 |
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1976 | 12 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 10 |
| 1980 | 9 |
| 1981 | 16 |
| 1982 | 18 |
| 1983 | 12 |
| 1984 | 16 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 14 |
| 1987 | 13 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1991 | 18 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 13 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1997 | 19 |
| 1998 | 22 |
| 1999 | 18 |
| 2000 | 15 |
| 2001 | 15 |
| 2002 | 16 |
| 2003 | 19 |
| 2004 | 19 |
| 2005 | 15 |
| 2006 | 13 |
| 2007 | 15 |
| 2008 | 12 |
| 2009 | 16 |
| 2010 | 9 |
| 2011 | 13 |
| 2012 | 15 |
| 2013 | 12 |
| 2014 | 17 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2020 | 7 |