Jeremi first name popularity, history and meaning

Find out how popular the first name Jeremi has been for the last 50 years (from 1975 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Meaning of Jeremi

A masculine name of Hebrew origin meaning "exalted of the Lord".

Popularity of Jeremi by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Jeremi is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 98% of people named Jeremi being male.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 13 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Jeremi.

YearMale CountFemale Count
2024130
2023120
2022240
2021190
2020110
2019200
2018150
2017180
2016220
2015240
2014210
2013270
2012300
2011390
2010260
2009380
2008330
2007330
2006320
2005340
2004310
2003200
2002230
2001250
2000240
1999150
1998240
1997200
1996220
1995270
1994250
1993360
1992250
1991580
1990380
1989510
1988300
1987495
1986450
1985380
1984370
1983330
1982410
1981457
1980516
1979590
1978526
1977476
1976359
1975330

The history of the first name Jeremi

The given name Jeremi has its origins in the Hebrew language and culture, dating back to ancient times. It is a variant spelling of the more common name Jeremy, which is derived from the Hebrew name Yeremyahu or Yirmeyahu. This Hebrew name can be traced back to the Biblical prophet Jeremiah, whose name means "exalted by Yahweh" or "appointed by God."

The name Jeremi first appeared in various ancient Hebrew texts, including the Old Testament of the Bible, where the prophet Jeremiah played a prominent role. He was one of the major prophets of ancient Israel and lived during the 7th century BCE. Jeremiah's teachings and prophecies are recorded in the Book of Jeremiah, which is part of the Old Testament.

One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Jeremi can be found in the 12th century, when a French monk named Jeremi of Auxerre lived and wrote several theological works. Another notable figure was Jeremi Czepiński, a Polish nobleman and military leader who lived in the 16th century and fought against the Teutonic Knights.

Throughout history, the name Jeremi has been borne by several other prominent individuals. One such figure was Jeremi Przybylski (1874-1954), a Polish politician and journalist who played a significant role in the struggle for Polish independence. Another was Jeremi Ochocki (1881-1963), a Polish military officer and diplomat who served as the Polish ambassador to the Soviet Union during World War II.

In the realm of literature, the name Jeremi is associated with Jeremi Priestly (1733-1804), an English novelist, philosopher, and theologian who is best known for his works on education and moral philosophy. Another notable figure was Jeremi Bentham (1748-1832), an English philosopher, jurist, and social reformer who is considered one of the founders of modern utilitarianism.

These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who have borne the name Jeremi. While the name has its roots in Hebrew and Biblical traditions, it has been adopted and used in various cultures and contexts over the centuries, reflecting the diversity and richness of human history and traditions.

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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