Jereth

“Descent of the one who will be raised”

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#7958US 2023

10Births / yr

↓Falling

31All-time births

📅 Since 198700

How to pronounce Jereth

JER·ee·TEE·AYCH

/ˈdʒɛr.iː.ˈtiː.ˈeɪtʃ/ · stress on JER · 4 syllables

“Descent of the one who will be raised”

American origin · Boy name

What does Jereth mean and where does it come from?

Jereth is considered a modern variation of the biblical name Jerah, which means 'moon' or 'month' in Hebrew. It does not appear frequently in historical records, signifying a more contemporary creation of the name. It is primarily popular in the United States, especially among those who are drawn to

Cultural significance

Jereth has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of descent of the one who will be raised.

Peak popularity

Reached #6903 in 1987 — currently #7958 in the US.

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How else can you spell Jereth?

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

Jerith

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Jereth?

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

Jereth Grace

How popular is Jereth right now?

Falling — down 475 spots — currently #7958 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1990–2023#7958 · Top 5.9%

1990

2000

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#7958	10	▼ down 475 · -9% births
2022	#7483	11	▲ up 3592 · +120% births
2000	#11075	5	▼ down 3206 · -17% births
1990	#7869	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Jereth

Best Year2022Rank #7483

Peak Count11

Average Rank#8596

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range1990 - 20234 years

The story of Jereth

Jereth is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1987. With 31 total births recorded, Jereth remains relatively uncommon.

Names that peaked alongside Jereth in 1987:

Michael Christopher Matthew Joshua David

Jereth by decade

Jereth peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	12
1990s ★	14
2000s	5

💎Jereth has only 31 total recorded births since 1987 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Jereth?

Common

JerJerieJeryEreth

What names sound and feel like Jereth?

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

Jerett

American · Variant of Garrett;

Jeret

American · English

Jereck

American · Strong or ruler

Keneth

American · Scottish

Dareth

American · the one who

Jewett

American · little Jew

Jareth

English · To be strong;

Kenseth

American · A variant of

Common questions about the name Jereth

What does the name Jereth mean?

Jereth means "Descent of the one who will be raised" — 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 Jereth?

Jereth is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Jereth?

Jereth 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 Jereth?

Jereth is a four-syllable name pronounced JH EH1 R IY0 T IY1 EY1 CH. 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 Jereth?

Jereth 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.