Find out how popular the first name Jeramy has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Jeramy by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Jeramy is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 100% of people named Jeramy being male.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 6 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Jeramy.

The history of the first name Jeramy

The name Jeramy originated from the Hebrew name Jeremiah, which means "exalted by Yahweh" or "appointed by God." It is a biblical name derived from the Hebrew words "yarah" meaning "to throw or cast" and "yah" referring to the Lord. The name Jeremiah was borne by one of the major prophets in the Hebrew Bible.

The spelling variation Jeramy emerged in the late Middle Ages, around the 14th or 15th century, likely influenced by the French and English languages. It was a common practice during that time to modify names to suit local linguistic preferences or to create alternative spellings.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Jeramy can be found in the 16th century. Jeramy Taylor (1613-1667) was an influential English cleric and writer, known for his works on theology and devotional literature.

Another notable figure with this name was Jeramy Bentham (1748-1832), an English philosopher, jurist, and social reformer. He is considered the founder of modern utilitarianism and played a significant role in the development of legal and political thought.

In the realm of literature, Jeramy Collier (1650-1726) was an English writer and critic who campaigned against the immorality of the English stage and advocated for the reformation of manners.

The name Jeramy also found its way into the arts. Jeramy Deller (born 1966) is a contemporary English artist known for his innovative and thought-provoking works that explore social and political issues.

In the field of sports, Jeramy Lin (born 1988) is an American professional basketball player who gained widespread recognition for his stellar performance with the New York Knicks during the "Linsanity" craze in 2012.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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