Jerry Wilkins

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Jerry Wilkins — English
648K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Jerry Wilkins 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 Wilkins: Wilkins is a surname. People of note with the surname Wilkins Abbie E. Krebs-Wilkins (1842–1924), American businesswoman Alan Wilkins, Scottish playwright Andy Jones-Wilkins, American ultrarunner Ann Wilkins (1806–1857), American missionary teacher Arnold Frederic Wilkins (1907–1985), radar pioneer Barry Wilkins, Canadian ice hockey player Beriah Wilkins (1846–1905), American politician Billy Wilkins, American musician and teacher Bob Wilkins (1932–2009), American TV personality Bobby-Gaye Wilkins, Jamaican Olympic athlete Brooke Wilkins, Australian softball player Bray Wilkins, founder of Mid. 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: Wilkins

Scottish

Wilkins is a surname. People of note with the surname Wilkins Abbie E. Krebs-Wilkins (1842–1924), American businesswoman Alan Wilkins, Scottish playwright Andy Jones-Wilkins, American ultrarunner Ann Wilkins (1806–1857), American missionary teacher Arnold Frederic Wilkins (1907–1985), radar pioneer Barry Wilkins, Canadian ice hockey player Beriah Wilkins (1846–1905), American politician Billy Wilkins, American musician and teacher Bob Wilkins (1932–2009), American TV personality Bobby-Gaye Wilkins, Jamaican Olympic athlete Brooke Wilkins, Australian softball player Bray Wilkins, founder of Mid.

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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 Wilkins

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 Wilkins:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

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 Wilkins?
The surname Wilkins originates from Scottish. Wilkins is a surname. People of note with the surname Wilkins Abbie E. Krebs-Wilkins (1842–1924), American businesswoman Alan Wilkins, Scottish playwright Andy Jones-Wilkins, American ultrarunner Ann Wilkins (1806–1857), American missionary teacher Arnold Frederic Wilkins (1907–1985), radar pioneer Barry Wilkins, Canadian ice hockey player Beriah Wilkins (1846–1905), American politician Billy Wilkins, American musician and teacher Bob Wilkins (1932–2009), American TV personality Bobby-Gaye Wilkins, Jamaican Olympic athlete Brooke Wilkins, Australian softball player Bray Wilkins, founder of Mid.
What are the origins of the name Jerry Wilkins?
The name Jerry Wilkins combines two different traditions: the first name Jerry has English roots, while the surname Wilkins originates from Scottish.
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