Jeremy Jefferies

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Jeremy Jefferies — God will uplift
363K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Jeremy Jefferies is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name Jeremy is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin. Jeremy ( JERR-em-ee) is a Hebrew male given name, deriving from various translations and interpretations as the anglicized and diminutive form of the Hebrew name Jeremiah, a major prophet of the Old Testament known for his prophecies of judgment and hope. As such, the name "Jeremy" means "appointed by God" or "God will uplift." The actual name "Jeremy" subsequently only appears in the Bible in New Testament Christian scripture in the King James Version (KJV) translations of both Matthew 2:17 and Matthew 27:9. The surname Jefferies: Alan Jefferies (born 1957), Australian writer Annalee Jefferies (born 1954), American actress Axcil Jefferies (born 1994), Zimbabwean racing driver Chris Jefferies (born 1980), American basketball player Cindy Jefferies, English writer of fiction for children Darren Jefferies (born 1993), English footballer Daulton Jefferies (born 1995), American baseball player Dinah Jefferies (born 1948), English writer Gregg Jefferies (born 1967), American baseball infielder Jim Jefferies (comedian) (born 1977), Australian comedian Jim Jefferies (footballer) (born 1950), Scottish football player and manager. Jeremy is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 363K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Jeremy reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Jeremy

Meaning: God will uplift

Hebrew

Jeremy ( JERR-em-ee) is a Hebrew male given name, deriving from various translations and interpretations as the anglicized and diminutive form of the Hebrew name Jeremiah, a major prophet of the Old Testament known for his prophecies of judgment and hope. As such, the name "Jeremy" means "appointed by God" or "God will uplift." The actual name "Jeremy" subsequently only appears in the Bible in New Testament Christian scripture in the King James Version (KJV) translations of both Matthew 2:17 and Matthew 27:9.

Surname: Jefferies

Scottish

Alan Jefferies (born 1957), Australian writer Annalee Jefferies (born 1954), American actress Axcil Jefferies (born 1994), Zimbabwean racing driver Chris Jefferies (born 1980), American basketball player Cindy Jefferies, English writer of fiction for children Darren Jefferies (born 1993), English footballer Daulton Jefferies (born 1995), American baseball player Dinah Jefferies (born 1948), English writer Gregg Jefferies (born 1967), American baseball infielder Jim Jefferies (comedian) (born 1977), Australian comedian Jim Jefferies (footballer) (born 1950), Scottish football player and manager.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Jeremy 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 Jeremy by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Jeremy Jefferies

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 Jeremy Jefferies:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

8
Personality Number

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

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 Jeremy?
The first name Jeremy originates from Hebrew. Jeremy ( JERR-em-ee) is a Hebrew male given name, deriving from various translations and interpretations as the anglicized and diminutive form of the Hebrew name Jeremiah, a major prophet of the Old Testament known for his prophecies of judgment and hope. As such, the name "Jeremy" means "appointed by God" or "God will uplift." The actual name "Jeremy" subsequently only appears in the Bible in New Testament Christian scripture in the King James Version (KJV) translations of both Matthew 2:17 and Matthew 27:9.
When was Jeremy most popular?
The name Jeremy reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Jefferies?
The surname Jefferies originates from Scottish. Alan Jefferies (born 1957), Australian writer Annalee Jefferies (born 1954), American actress Axcil Jefferies (born 1994), Zimbabwean racing driver Chris Jefferies (born 1980), American basketball player Cindy Jefferies, English writer of fiction for children Darren Jefferies (born 1993), English footballer Daulton Jefferies (born 1995), American baseball player Dinah Jefferies (born 1948), English writer Gregg Jefferies (born 1967), American baseball infielder Jim Jefferies (comedian) (born 1977), Australian comedian Jim Jefferies (footballer) (born 1950), Scottish football player and manager.
What are the origins of the name Jeremy Jefferies?
The name Jeremy Jefferies combines two different traditions: the first name Jeremy has Hebrew roots, while the surname Jefferies originates from Scottish.
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