Jeremiyah

“YHWH will raise up”

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#7073US 2023

12Births / yr

↑Rising

236All-time births

📅 Since 200300

How to pronounce Jeremiyah

JER·ee·MEE·YAH

/ˈdʒɛr.iː.ˈmiː.ˈjɑ/ · stress on JER · 4 syllables

“YHWH will raise up”

American origin · Boy name

What does Jeremiyah mean and where does it come from?

Jeremiyah is a modern variation of the name Jeremiah, which has Hebrew roots. The name Jeremiah is significant in the Bible, belonging to a major prophet. Jeremiyah emerged as a unique spelling variant in the United States, particularly among African American communities. The name reflects a common

Cultural significance

Jeremiyah has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of yhwh will raise up.

Peak popularity

Reached #4343 in 2011 — currently #7073 in the US.

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How else can you spell Jeremiyah?

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

What middle names flow best with Jeremiyah?

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

Jeremiyah Grace

How popular is Jeremiyah right now?

Rising fast — up 409 spots — currently #7073 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2005–2023#7073 · Top 5.2%

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2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#7073	12	▲ up 409 · +9% births
2022	#7482	11	▲ up 990 · +22% births
2021	#8472	9	▼ down 1168 · -18% births
2020	#7304	11	▲ up 607 · +10% births
2015	#7911	10	▼ down 2679 · -44% births
2010	#5232	18	▲ up 3824 · +125% births
2005	#9056	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Jeremiyah

Best Year2010Rank #5232

Peak Count18

Average Rank#7504

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range2005 - 20237 years

The story of Jeremiyah

Jeremiyah is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2003. With 236 total births recorded, Jeremiyah remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #9056 in 2005 to #7073 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Jeremiyah in 2011:

Jacob Mason William Jayden Noah

Jeremiyah by decade

Jeremiyah peaked in the 2010s. See all 2010s names →

Decade	Births
2000s	69
2010s ★	156
2020s	11

💎Jeremiyah has only 236 total recorded births since 2003 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Jeremiyah?

Common

JerJerieJeryIyah

What names sound and feel like Jeremiyah?

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

Jeremyah

American · Hebrew

Jermiyah

American · The Lord will

Jeremiah

Hebrew · YHWH has uplifted.

Zeremiah

American · זְרֶמִיָּה - 'Zeremiah'

Nehemiyah

Hebrew · נחמיה (Nehemiah) means

Jesiyah

American · A modern variation

Hezekiyah

Hebrew · Hebrew

Geremiah

Hebrew · Yahweh will exalt

Common questions about the name Jeremiyah

What does the name Jeremiyah mean?

Jeremiyah means "YHWH will raise up" — 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 Jeremiyah?

Jeremiyah is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Jeremiyah have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Jeremiyah?

Jeremiyah 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 Jeremiyah?

Jeremiyah is a four-syllable name pronounced JH EH1 R IY0 M IY1 Y AA1. 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 Jeremiyah?

Jeremiyah 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.