Jerianne first name popularity, history and meaning

Find out how popular the first name Jerianne has been for the last 9 years (from 1979 to 1987) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Meaning of Jerianne

A feminine name derived from French and German origins symbolizing gentleness.

Popularity of Jerianne by gender

Based on the last 9 years of data, Jerianne is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1987, there were 6 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Jerianne.

YearMale CountFemale Count
198706
198505
198207
197905

The history of the first name Jerianne

The name Jerianne is a feminine given name that is thought to have originated in the United States in the early 20th century. It is believed to be a combination of the biblical name Jericho, which was an ancient city located in modern-day Palestine, and the French name Anne, which is derived from the Hebrew name Hannah, meaning "grace" or "favor."

The name Jericho appears in the Old Testament of the Bible, where it is described as the first city conquered by the Israelites under the leadership of Joshua after their exodus from Egypt. The name itself is thought to have originated from the Hebrew word "yareach," which means "moon" or "month."

One of the earliest recorded uses of the name Jerianne can be found in the 1920 United States Census, where it is listed as the name of a young girl born in California. However, it is worth noting that the name was relatively uncommon at the time and did not gain widespread popularity until the mid-20th century.

Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who have borne the name Jerianne. One of the earliest was Jerianne Shawcross (1918-2008), an American actress and singer who appeared in several Broadway productions and films in the 1930s and 1940s.

Another notable Jerianne was Jerianne Timmerman (1924-2020), a Dutch artist and sculptor who was known for her abstract works and was a member of the prestigious Pulchri Studio in The Hague.

In the field of literature, Jerianne Kenwood (1930-2012) was an American author who wrote several novels and short stories, including the acclaimed work "The Lace Makers" (1985).

In the world of politics, Jerianne Veraldi (1946-2021) was an American politician who served as a member of the New York State Assembly from 1985 to 1998, representing a district in Queens County.

Finally, in the realm of sports, Jerianne Muszynski (born 1983) is a former professional tennis player from the United States who competed on the WTA Tour in the early 2000s.

While these are just a few examples, the name Jerianne has been borne by individuals from various walks of life throughout history, each leaving their own unique mark on the world.

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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