Jeffrey Lowman

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Jeffrey Lowman — peaceful pledge
887K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Jeffrey Lowman is a name that combines Germanic origins. The first name Jeffrey is a masculine given name of Germanic origin. Jeffrey is a common English given name, and a variant form of the name Geoffrey (itself from a Middle French variant of Godfrey, Gottfried). It has been argued that the common derivation of Middle French Geoffrey (or Geoffroy), Jeffery from Godfrey is mistaken, and that the names reflect two separate first Germanic elements god vs. gaut, which became conflated in Old High German by the end of the early medieval period. Outside of North America, Geoffrey is more common than Jeffrey. The surname Lowman: Lowman is a surname. People with the surname include: David Lowman (intelligence official) (1921–1999), American executive for the National Security Agency David Lowman (priest) (born 1948), British Anglican priest and former archdeacon Guy Lowman (1877–1943), American football, basketball, and baseball coach and baseball player Guy Sumner Lowman Jr. (1909–1941), American linguist G. E. Lowman (1897–1965), American Methodist minister and radio evangelist Margaret D. Lowman (born 1953), American biologist, ecologist, writer, and explorer Mary D. Jeffrey is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 887K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Jeffrey reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Jeffrey

Meaning: peaceful pledge

Germanic

Jeffrey is a common English given name, and a variant form of the name Geoffrey (itself from a Middle French variant of Godfrey, Gottfried). It has been argued that the common derivation of Middle French Geoffrey (or Geoffroy), Jeffery from Godfrey is mistaken, and that the names reflect two separate first Germanic elements god vs. gaut, which became conflated in Old High German by the end of the early medieval period. Outside of North America, Geoffrey is more common than Jeffrey.

Surname: Lowman

English

Lowman is a surname. People with the surname include: David Lowman (intelligence official) (1921–1999), American executive for the National Security Agency David Lowman (priest) (born 1948), British Anglican priest and former archdeacon Guy Lowman (1877–1943), American football, basketball, and baseball coach and baseball player Guy Sumner Lowman Jr. (1909–1941), American linguist G. E. Lowman (1897–1965), American Methodist minister and radio evangelist Margaret D. Lowman (born 1953), American biologist, ecologist, writer, and explorer Mary D.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Jeffrey is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Jeffrey by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Jeffrey Lowman

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Jeffrey Lowman:

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

1
Personality Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Jeffrey?
The first name Jeffrey originates from Germanic. Jeffrey is a common English given name, and a variant form of the name Geoffrey (itself from a Middle French variant of Godfrey, Gottfried). It has been argued that the common derivation of Middle French Geoffrey (or Geoffroy), Jeffery from Godfrey is mistaken, and that the names reflect two separate first Germanic elements god vs. gaut, which became conflated in Old High German by the end of the early medieval period. Outside of North America, Geoffrey is more common than Jeffrey.
When was Jeffrey most popular?
The name Jeffrey reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Lowman?
The surname Lowman originates from English. Lowman is a surname. People with the surname include: David Lowman (intelligence official) (1921–1999), American executive for the National Security Agency David Lowman (priest) (born 1948), British Anglican priest and former archdeacon Guy Lowman (1877–1943), American football, basketball, and baseball coach and baseball player Guy Sumner Lowman Jr. (1909–1941), American linguist G. E. Lowman (1897–1965), American Methodist minister and radio evangelist Margaret D. Lowman (born 1953), American biologist, ecologist, writer, and explorer Mary D.
What are the origins of the name Jeffrey Lowman?
The name Jeffrey Lowman combines two different traditions: the first name Jeffrey has Germanic roots, while the surname Lowman originates from English.
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