Jerame

“Jerame is a variant of the more traditional name Jeremy, which has its roots in Hebrew (ירמיהו / Yirmiyahu)”

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#1320US 2023

880Births / yr

→Stable

563All-time births

📅 Since 197000

How to pronounce Jerame

JEE·RAH·MEE

/ˈdʒiː.ˈrɑ.ˈmiː/ · stress on JEE · 3 syllables

“Jerame is a variant of the more traditional name Jeremy, which has its roots in Hebrew (ירמיהו / Yirmiyahu)”

American origin · Boy name

What does Jerame mean and where does it come from?

Jerame is a variant of the more traditional name Jeremy, which has its roots in Hebrew (ירמיהו / Yirmiyahu). While Jeremy has been used for centuries, Jerame is a modern variant that has grown in popularity in recent decades, particularly in the U.S.

Cultural significance

Jerame has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of english.

Peak popularity

Reached #1507 in 1979 — currently #1320 in the US.

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How else can you spell Jerame?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

Jeramee

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Jerame?

Jerame works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Jerame Grace

How popular is Jerame right now?

Holding steady — currently #1320 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1970–2023#1320 · Top 0.97%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1320	880	▲ up 5 · +2% births
2022	#1325	860	▲ up 5 · +4% births
2021	#1330	830	▲ up 5944 · +11757% births
1995	#7274	7	▼ down 3722 · -59% births
1990	#3552	17	▲ up 180 · +42% births
1985	#3732	12	▼ down 2079 · -67% births
1980	#1653	36	▲ up 475 · +64% births
1975	#2128	22	▲ up 1386 · +144% births
1970	#3514	9	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Jerame

Best Year2023Rank #1320

Peak Count880

Average Rank#2870

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1970 - 20239 years

The story of Jerame

Jerame is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1970. With 563 total births recorded, Jerame remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #3514 in 1970 to #1320 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Jerame in 1979:

Michael Christopher Jason David James

Jerame by decade

Jerame peaked in the 1970s. See all 1970s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	226
1980s ★	238
1990s	77
2000s	16
2010s	6

💎Jerame has only 563 total recorded births since 1970 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Jerame?

Common

JerJerieJeryAme

What names sound and feel like Jerame?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Jerame also consider these

Jerrame

American · A modern variant

Jerime

American · the one who

Jerade

American · Derived from the

Gerame

American · One who is

Jemale

American · to be generous,

Lerome

American · The name is

Jeaden

American · A modern variation

Jorome

American · French

Common questions about the name Jerame

What does the name Jerame mean?

Jerame means "English" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Jerame?

Jerame is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Jerame?

Jerame originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Jerame?

Jerame is a three-syllable name pronounced JH IY1 R AA1 M IY1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Jerame?

Jerame pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.