Jerrime
An invented name of unknown origin and meaning.
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Jerrime. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Jerrime today is around 47 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Jerrime births was 1976 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Jerrime. 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.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Jerrime. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
1976
5 babies that year
Average age
47
years old
1976 SSA rank
#6,006
Tracked since 1976
Popularity
Jerrime: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Jerrime 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 Jerrime during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Jerrime
The name Jerrime is of uncertain origin, with no clear language or culture definitively associated with its inception. Some scholars have speculated that it may be a variant spelling of the French name Jérôme, derived from the Greek name Hieronymus, meaning "sacred name." However, this connection remains tenuous and unsubstantiated.
There is a dearth of historical references or records pertaining to the name Jerrime, suggesting that it may be a relatively modern invention or an obscure regional variation. No known ancient texts, religious scriptures, or historical documents have been found to include this particular spelling or mention the name outright.
The earliest documented instances of the name Jerrime are scarce and scattered, making it challenging to pinpoint its precise origins or trace its evolution over time. One of the earliest known individuals to bear this name was Jerrime Callaghan, an Irish novelist and playwright born in 1878, whose works explored themes of social injustice and political unrest.
Another notable figure with the name Jerrime was Jerrime Maddox, an American activist and civil rights leader who played a pivotal role in the desegregation efforts in the Southern United States during the 1960s. Maddox's influential work and unwavering commitment to equality earned her recognition and respect within the civil rights movement.
In the realm of sports, Jerrime Williams, an Australian professional rugby player born in 1985, made a name for himself as a talented and tenacious fullback, representing various clubs and national teams throughout his career.
Jerrime Fowler, an American artist and sculptor born in 1932, gained recognition for her thought-provoking installations and abstract works that challenged traditional notions of art and explored the boundaries of artistic expression.
Lastly, Jerrime Benton, an English musician and composer born in 1951, is credited with pioneering the fusion of classical and electronic music genres, creating innovative and avant-garde compositions that pushed the boundaries of contemporary music.
While the name Jerrime remains relatively obscure and its origins shrouded in uncertainty, these individuals have left their mark across various fields, contributing to the rich tapestry of history and culture through their diverse talents and accomplishments.
People
Jerrime + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Jerrime 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
Jerrime: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Jerrime?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Jerrime 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 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Jerrime a common name?
We classify Jerrime as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Jerrime most popular?
The single biggest year for Jerrime was 1976, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Jerrime is about 47 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 Jerrime in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Jerrime a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Jerrime in the SSA data are male. 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 Jerrime still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Jerrime 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 Jerrime 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 have the name Jerrime?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.