Jeremiah Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationjuh-RAI-uh / /dʒəˈraɪə/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: 'Yahweh will uplift'; English: derivative form
Historical & Cultural Background
Jeremiah is a name of Hebrew origin, derived from the biblical prophet Jeremiah, who is known for his prophecies and writings in the Old Testament. The name has been used in various cultures and languages, particularly in Christian and Jewish communities. It gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the 17th century and has remained a classic name through the centuries.
Trend Summary
Jeremiah has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a resurgence in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jeremias
- Jeremie
- Jeremiah
International Variants
- Geremia (Italian)
- Jérémie (French)
- Jeremias (Spanish)
- Yeremiah (Hebrew)
Famous people named Jeremiah
Jeremiah Johnson was an American mountain man and folk hero known for his adventures in the Rocky Mountains.
Jeremiah Wright is an American pastor and theologian, known for his controversial sermons and role in politics.
Jeremiah S. Black was a 19th-century American lawyer and politician who served as U.S. Attorney General.
Jeremiah Trotter is a former American football linebacker who played in the NFL and is known for his time with the Philadelphia Eagles.
Fictional characters named Jeremiah
Jeremiah is a character in the television series 'Jeremiah,' which is set in a post-apocalyptic world.
Jeremiah is a character in the graphic novel series 'The Sandman' by Neil Gaiman, known for his complex narrative.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jeremiah was first seen in the United States in 1880. Jeremiah has ranked as high as #68 nationally, which occurred in 2010, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Jeremiah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jeremiah (2024)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
TX | 544 | |
CA | 451 | |
FL | 286 | |
NY | 184 | |
GA | 130 | |
NC | 126 | |
PA | 112 | |
IL | 106 | |
OH | 102 | |
VA | 101 | |
MI | 99 | |
TN | 95 | |
WA | 85 | |
AZ | 80 | |
AL | 74 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 37 |
1881 | 34 |
1882 | 33 |
1883 | 37 |
1884 | 38 |
1885 | 40 |
1886 | 40 |
1887 | 38 |
1888 | 34 |
1889 | 42 |
1890 | 35 |
1891 | 32 |
1892 | 33 |
1893 | 29 |
1894 | 28 |
1895 | 28 |
1896 | 43 |
1897 | 31 |
1898 | 30 |
1899 | 24 |
1900 | 43 |
1901 | 21 |
1902 | 30 |
1903 | 24 |
1904 | 35 |
1905 | 27 |
1906 | 22 |
1907 | 22 |
1908 | 23 |
1909 | 25 |
1910 | 35 |
1911 | 37 |
1912 | 57 |
1913 | 79 |
1914 | 83 |
1915 | 76 |
1916 | 109 |
1917 | 104 |
1918 | 105 |
1919 | 121 |
1920 | 129 |
1921 | 129 |
1922 | 128 |
1923 | 124 |
1924 | 125 |
1925 | 128 |
1926 | 115 |
1927 | 137 |
1928 | 112 |
1929 | 114 |
1930 | 127 |
1931 | 115 |
1932 | 121 |
1933 | 111 |
1934 | 123 |
1935 | 111 |
1936 | 108 |
1937 | 109 |
1938 | 110 |
1939 | 104 |
1940 | 119 |
1941 | 121 |
1942 | 130 |
1943 | 121 |
1944 | 100 |
1945 | 118 |
1946 | 119 |
1947 | 130 |
1948 | 140 |
1949 | 163 |
1950 | 164 |
1951 | 151 |
1952 | 173 |
1953 | 143 |
1954 | 170 |
1955 | 168 |
1956 | 163 |
1957 | 186 |
1958 | 151 |
1959 | 152 |
1960 | 151 |
1961 | 128 |
1962 | 128 |
1963 | 139 |
1964 | 121 |
1965 | 101 |
1966 | 130 |
1967 | 126 |
1968 | 131 |
1969 | 159 |
1970 | 217 |
1971 | 322 |
1972 | 341 |
1973 | 765 |
1974 | 1,294 |
1975 | 1,650 |
1976 | 2,873 |
1977 | 4,151 |
1978 | 3,445 |
1979 | 3,720 |
1980 | 4,093 |
1981 | 3,896 |
1982 | 3,329 |
1983 | 2,849 |
1984 | 2,776 |
1985 | 2,533 |
1986 | 2,381 |
1987 | 2,137 |
1988 | 2,190 |
1989 | 2,147 |
1990 | 2,006 |
1991 | 2,096 |
1992 | 1,938 |
1993 | 1,911 |
1994 | 2,081 |
1995 | 2,054 |
1996 | 2,103 |
1997 | 2,930 |
1998 | 3,223 |
1999 | 3,304 |
2000 | 3,643 |
2001 | 4,222 |
2002 | 4,720 |
2003 | 4,855 |
2004 | 5,381 |
2005 | 5,847 |
2006 | 6,544 |
2007 | 6,630 |
2008 | 6,593 |
2009 | 7,234 |
2010 | 7,742 |
2011 | 7,629 |
2012 | 7,497 |
2013 | 6,989 |
2014 | 6,895 |
2015 | 6,826 |
2016 | 6,626 |
2017 | 5,880 |
2018 | 5,627 |
2019 | 5,073 |
2020 | 4,596 |
2021 | 4,250 |
2022 | 3,875 |
2023 | 3,764 |
2024 | 3,702 |