Find out how popular the last name Jeri is in the United States and learn more about the meaning, history, and race and ethnic origin of people in America who are named Jeri.

Jeri, like all of the last names we have data for, is identified by the U.S. Census Bureau as a surname which has more than 100 occurrences in the United States in the Decennial Census survey. The most recent statistics we have for the Jeri surname is from the 2010 census data.

Popularity of Jeri in America

Jeri is the 160975th most popular name in America based on the data we have collected from the U.S. Census Bureau.

The Jeri surname appeared 100 times in the 2010 census and if you were to sample 100,000 people in the United States, approximately 0 people would have the surname Jeri.

The history of the last name Jeri

The surname JERI has its origins in India, specifically in the southern state of Tamil Nadu. It is believed to have emerged sometime around the 9th or 10th century CE. The name is derived from the Tamil word "jeri," which means "to win" or "victory."

One of the earliest recorded mentions of the surname JERI can be found in the Tanjore inscriptions, a collection of ancient stone inscriptions from the Chola dynasty that ruled over parts of southern India between the 9th and 13th centuries. These inscriptions document various administrative records, land grants, and other historical events.

The name JERI was often associated with individuals who had achieved notable victories or successes in various fields, such as military campaigns, scholarly pursuits, or artistic endeavors. As such, it was a prestigious surname that carried connotations of triumph and accomplishment.

In the 12th century, a renowned Tamil scholar and poet named Jeri Saravanaperumal (c. 1145-1215) gained prominence for his literary works, including the epic poem "Ramayana Kalambakam." His contributions to Tamil literature and the popularity of his writings likely helped to further establish the JERI surname within the region.

Another notable individual with the JERI surname was Jeri Thinnappa Mudaliar (c. 1590-1670), a prominent merchant and philanthropist during the Nayak dynasty in Tamil Nadu. He was responsible for funding the construction of several temples and educational institutions, leaving a lasting legacy in the region.

In the 18th century, Jeri Vijaya Raghunatha Tondaiman (1711-1773) was a influential ruler of the Pudukottai princely state in southern India. He is credited with expanding the territory and fortifying the defenses of his kingdom, earning him a reputation as a skilled military strategist and leader.

The JERI surname has also been associated with various place names and older spellings of place names in Tamil Nadu. For example, the town of Jerinallur (formerly spelled as Jerinalloor or Jerinallur) is believed to have derived its name from individuals bearing the JERI surname who may have been among its earliest settlers or landowners.

While the JERI surname has its roots in southern India, over time, it has spread to other parts of the country and even to other countries through migration and diaspora communities. However, its origins and historical significance can be traced back to the rich cultural heritage of Tamil Nadu.

Race and ethnic origin of people with the last name Jeri

We also have some data on the ancestry of people with the surname Jeri.

The below race categories are the modified race categories used in the Census Bureau's population estimates program. All people were categorized into six mutually exclusive racial and Hispanic origin groups:

1. White only
2. Black only
3. American Indian and Alaskan Native only
4. Asian and Pacific Islander only
5. Hispanic
6. Two or More Races

For the most recent 2010 census data, the race/ethnic origin breakdown for Jeri was:

Note: Any fields showing (S) means the data was suppressed for privacy so that the data does not in any way identify any specific individuals.

Data source

The last name data and ethnic breakdown of last names is sourced directly from the Decennial Census survey, conducted every 10 years by the United States Census Bureau.

The history and meaning of the name Jeri was researched and written by our team of onomatology and genealogy experts.

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