Jerry Lilley

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Jerry Lilley — English
648K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Jerry Lilley is a name that combines English origins. The first name Jerry is a masculine given name of English origin. Jerry is a given name, usually used for males. It is of Old English origin, and sometimes can be spelled Gerry, Gerrie, Geri, Jery, Jere, Jerrie, or Jeri. It is a diminutive form (hypocorism) of George, Gerald, Gerard, Geraldine, Geronimo, Jared, Jeremy, Jeremiah, Jermaine, Jeronimo, or Jerome. The surname Lilley: Surname Charles Lilley (1827–1897), chief justice in Queensland Chris Lilley (comedian) (born 1974), Australian comedian Chris Lilley (computer scientist) (born 1959), British computer scientist David Lilley (born 1977), Scottish footballer Dick Lilley (1866–1929), English cricketer George L. Lilley (1859–1909), U.S. Congressman and Governor James R. Lilley (1928–2009), U.S. Jerry is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 648K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Jerry reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Jerry

English

Jerry is a given name, usually used for males. It is of Old English origin, and sometimes can be spelled Gerry, Gerrie, Geri, Jery, Jere, Jerrie, or Jeri. It is a diminutive form (hypocorism) of George, Gerald, Gerard, Geraldine, Geronimo, Jared, Jeremy, Jeremiah, Jermaine, Jeronimo, or Jerome.

Surname: Lilley

Scottish

Surname Charles Lilley (1827–1897), chief justice in Queensland Chris Lilley (comedian) (born 1974), Australian comedian Chris Lilley (computer scientist) (born 1959), British computer scientist David Lilley (born 1977), Scottish footballer Dick Lilley (1866–1929), English cricketer George L. Lilley (1859–1909), U.S. Congressman and Governor James R. Lilley (1928–2009), U.S.

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Geographic Distribution

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

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Notable People Named Jerry Lilley

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 Jerry Lilley:

7
Expression Number

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

1
Soul Urge Number

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

6
Personality Number

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

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 Jerry?
The first name Jerry originates from English. Jerry is a given name, usually used for males. It is of Old English origin, and sometimes can be spelled Gerry, Gerrie, Geri, Jery, Jere, Jerrie, or Jeri. It is a diminutive form (hypocorism) of George, Gerald, Gerard, Geraldine, Geronimo, Jared, Jeremy, Jeremiah, Jermaine, Jeronimo, or Jerome.
When was Jerry most popular?
The name Jerry reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Lilley?
The surname Lilley originates from Scottish. Surname Charles Lilley (1827–1897), chief justice in Queensland Chris Lilley (comedian) (born 1974), Australian comedian Chris Lilley (computer scientist) (born 1959), British computer scientist David Lilley (born 1977), Scottish footballer Dick Lilley (1866–1929), English cricketer George L. Lilley (1859–1909), U.S. Congressman and Governor James R. Lilley (1928–2009), U.S.
What are the origins of the name Jerry Lilley?
The name Jerry Lilley combines two different traditions: the first name Jerry has English roots, while the surname Lilley originates from Scottish.
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