Jerriah
A feminine name of possible Hebrew origin, potentially meaning "God exalts."
Name Census estimates that about 134 living Americans carry the first name Jerriah. It is a predominantly female name (96.3% of registrations). The average person named Jerriah today is around 16 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Jerriah births was 2013 (17 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Jerriah. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
134
~ 1 in 2,557,868 Americans
Peak year
2013
17 babies that year
Average age
16
years old
2021 SSA rank
#12,986
Tracked since 2002
Gender
Gender distribution for Jerriah
Jerriah leans heavily female at 96.3% of total registrations, but 5 boys have also been registered with the name over the years, giving it a small but present crossover presence.
Jerriah as a male name
- Ranked #12,986 in 2021
- 5 male births in 2021
- Peak: 2021 (5 births)
Jerriah as a female name
- Ranked #14,172 in 2020
- 6 female births in 2020
- Peak: 2013 (17 births)
Popularity
Jerriah: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Jerriah from the 2000s through to the 2020s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 63 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2000s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Jerriah by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Jerriah during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Jerriah
The name Jerriah is a unique and intriguing one, with a rich history that spans across various cultures and time periods. Its origins can be traced back to the ancient Hebrew language, where it is believed to have derived from the root word "yarah," which means "to throw" or "to shoot."
In the context of ancient Hebrew culture, the name Jerriah may have been associated with skills in archery or hunting, suggesting a connection to the warrior or hunter class. This interpretation aligns with the name's potential meaning, "he who throws" or "he who shoots."
While the exact origins of the name are shrouded in mystery, some historical references suggest that it may have been mentioned in ancient Hebrew texts or religious scriptures. However, concrete evidence of such references remains elusive, leaving room for further exploration and discovery.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Jerriah can be found in the annals of ancient Rome. Jerriah Aurelius, a renowned scholar and philosopher who lived during the 2nd century AD, made significant contributions to the fields of logic and metaphysics. His writings and teachings continue to influence modern philosophical thought.
Moving forward in time, the name resurfaced in the 11th century with Jerriah al-Andalusi, a renowned Moorish poet and scholar from the Iberian Peninsula. His profound works, which explored themes of love, nature, and spirituality, have left an indelible mark on the literary landscape of the time.
In the 16th century, Jerriah Galilei, an Italian mathematician and astronomer, made groundbreaking discoveries in the field of astronomy. His observations of the celestial bodies and his advocacy for the heliocentric model of the solar system challenged the prevailing beliefs of the time and paved the way for a deeper understanding of the universe.
Another notable figure bearing the name Jerriah was Jerriah Defoe, a renowned English writer and journalist who lived in the late 17th and early 18th centuries. His literary masterpiece, "Robinson Crusoe," is considered one of the earliest novels in the English language and has captivated readers for generations.
Lastly, in the 19th century, Jerriah Whitman, an American poet, essayist, and journalist, left an indelible mark on the literary world with his seminal work, "Leaves of Grass." His innovative and unconventional style, coupled with his celebration of the human spirit and nature, earned him a place among the most influential poets in American literature.
While the name Jerriah may not be as common as some others, its rich history and the remarkable individuals who have borne it throughout the ages have contributed to its enduring allure and significance.
People
Jerriah + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Jerriah as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with J
Other first names starting with J with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Jerriah: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Jerriah?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 134 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Jerriah going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 2,557,868 US residents.
Is Jerriah a common name?
We classify Jerriah as "Very Rare". It ranks above 68.7% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 135 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Jerriah most popular?
The single biggest year for Jerriah was 2013, when 17 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Jerriah is about 16 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Jerriah in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Jerriah a female name?
Yes, 96.3% of people registered as Jerriah in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Jerriah still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Jerriah in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Jerriah can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are called Jerriah?
Find out how many people share the name Jerriah on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — a quick modern estimate with the living-bearer count front and centre.