Find out how popular the first name Jeries has been for the last 1 years (from 1992 to 1992) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Jeries by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Jeries is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 1992, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Jeries.

The history of the first name Jeries

The name Jeries has its origins in the Arabic language, tracing back to the Middle Ages. It is derived from the Arabic root word "jara," which means "to flow" or "to run." This suggests that the name may have been associated with individuals living near rivers or bodies of water.

Historically, the name Jeries has been most prevalent in regions with significant Arab cultural influences, such as the Middle East, North Africa, and parts of the Mediterranean. In some cases, the name has been transliterated or adapted into different spellings, such as Jeryes, Jiries, or Jiryes, depending on the local language and dialect.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Jeries can be found in the writings of medieval Arab scholars and historians. For example, the 12th-century historian Ibn al-Athir mentioned a figure named Jeries al-Khazraji, who was a prominent military leader during the early Islamic conquests.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Jeries. In the 13th century, Jeries al-Dimashqi was a renowned Arab philosopher and mathematician who made significant contributions to the fields of astronomy and geometry. Another prominent figure was Jeries al-Kutami, a 15th-century Sufi mystic and poet from present-day Syria.

During the Ottoman Empire era, Jeries al-Bitari (1572-1644) was a celebrated calligrapher and artist who adorned many mosques and palaces with his intricate calligraphic works. In the 19th century, Jeries al-Husseini (1853-1916) was a prominent Arab nationalist and intellectual who played a significant role in the Arab Revolt against the Ottoman Empire.

More recently, Jeries Samawi (1923-2007) was a renowned Palestinian novelist and playwright, known for his works that explored themes of identity, exile, and the Palestinian struggle for independence. His novels, such as "The Indelible," gained widespread critical acclaim and helped shape modern Arabic literature.

While the name Jeries may not be as common today as it once was, it remains a part of the rich cultural heritage of the Arab world, carrying with it a sense of connection to the region's history, literature, and intellectual traditions.

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