Jerri Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationJER-ee / /ˈdʒɛr.i/English; diminutive of Geraldine
Meaning
English: spear ruler; diminutive of Geraldine
Historical & Cultural Background
Jerri is often considered a modern variant of the name Geraldine, which has roots in Old German. The name Geraldine gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. Jerri emerged as a diminutive form, reflecting a trend towards shorter, more casual names. It has been used primarily for girls and carries a friendly, approachable tone.
Trend Summary
Jerri has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, particularly peaking in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jerry
- Gerri
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jerri was first seen in the United States in 1924. Jerri has ranked as high as #639 nationally, which occurred in 1957, and has been most popular in California, Ohio, Texas, Illinois, and Indiana. In the past 5 years the name Jerri has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jerri (2005)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1924 | 7 |
| 1925 | 8 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1929 | 11 |
| 1930 | 11 |
| 1931 | 10 |
| 1932 | 14 |
| 1933 | 17 |
| 1934 | 15 |
| 1935 | 12 |
| 1936 | 30 |
| 1937 | 26 |
| 1938 | 37 |
| 1939 | 54 |
| 1940 | 58 |
| 1941 | 83 |
| 1942 | 126 |
| 1943 | 138 |
| 1944 | 143 |
| 1945 | 151 |
| 1946 | 194 |
| 1947 | 212 |
| 1948 | 171 |
| 1949 | 173 |
| 1950 | 198 |
| 1951 | 316 |
| 1952 | 353 |
| 1953 | 391 |
| 1954 | 409 |
| 1955 | 438 |
| 1956 | 443 |
| 1957 | 565 |
| 1958 | 549 |
| 1959 | 553 |
| 1960 | 550 |
| 1961 | 547 |
| 1962 | 510 |
| 1963 | 513 |
| 1964 | 529 |
| 1965 | 451 |
| 1966 | 456 |
| 1967 | 507 |
| 1968 | 472 |
| 1969 | 390 |
| 1970 | 385 |
| 1971 | 359 |
| 1972 | 308 |
| 1973 | 290 |
| 1974 | 254 |
| 1975 | 228 |
| 1976 | 214 |
| 1977 | 203 |
| 1978 | 189 |
| 1979 | 187 |
| 1980 | 192 |
| 1981 | 150 |
| 1982 | 153 |
| 1983 | 115 |
| 1984 | 105 |
| 1985 | 107 |
| 1986 | 91 |
| 1987 | 97 |
| 1988 | 88 |
| 1989 | 73 |
| 1990 | 68 |
| 1991 | 75 |
| 1992 | 59 |
| 1993 | 72 |
| 1994 | 61 |
| 1995 | 55 |
| 1996 | 38 |
| 1997 | 33 |
| 1998 | 38 |
| 1999 | 39 |
| 2000 | 22 |
| 2001 | 27 |
| 2002 | 17 |
| 2003 | 15 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2005 | 20 |
| 2006 | 13 |
| 2007 | 15 |
| 2008 | 16 |
| 2009 | 23 |
| 2010 | 12 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 13 |
| 2018 | 11 |
| 2019 | 13 |
| 2020 | 6 |
| 2021 | 15 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 8 |
| 2024 | 5 |