Jerimy

“appointed by God”

English origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#12980US 2021

5Births / yr

↓Falling

751All-time births

📅 Since 196900

How to pronounce Jerimy

JER·ee·MEYE

/ˈdʒɛr.iː.ˈmaɪ/ · stress on JER · 3 syllables

“appointed by God”

English origin · Boy name

What does Jerimy mean and where does it come from?

Jerimy is a variant of the name Jeremiah, which has Hebrew origins (יְרֶמְיָהוּ) and means 'appointed by God.' The name has biblical significance, being attributed to one of the major prophets in the Old Testament. Over time, the spelling Jerimy has emerged as a modern adaptation, finding usage part

Cultural significance

Jerimy has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in English-speaking communities, where it reflects values of appointed by god.

Peak popularity

Reached #967 in 1976 — currently #12980 in the US.

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How else can you spell Jerimy?

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

What middle names flow best with Jerimy?

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

Jerimy Grace

How popular is Jerimy right now?

Falling — down 3061 spots — currently #12980 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1970–2021#12980 · Top 9.6%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2021	#12980	5	▼ down 3061 · -29% births
2010	#9919	7	▲ up 1947 · +40% births
2005	#11866	5	▼ down 3406 · -29% births
2000	#8460	7	▼ down 331 · +17% births
1995	#8129	6	▼ down 2955 · -40% births
1990	#5174	10	▼ down 2380 · -44% births
1985	#2794	18	▼ down 1366 · -60% births
1980	#1428	45	▲ up 131 · +32% births
1975	#1559	34	▲ up 732 · +100% births
1970	#2291	17	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Jerimy

Best Year1980Rank #1428

Peak Count45

Average Rank#6460

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1970 - 202110 years

The story of Jerimy

Jerimy is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1969. With 751 total births recorded, Jerimy remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #2291 in 1970, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #12980 in 2021.

Names that peaked alongside Jerimy in 1976:

Michael Jason Christopher David James

Jerimy by decade

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

Decade	Births
1960s	7
1970s ★	352
1980s	263
1990s	65
2000s	52
2010s	12

💎Jerimy has only 751 total recorded births since 1969 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Jerimy?

Common

JerJerieJeryErimy

What names sound and feel like Jerimy?

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

Jerrimy

American · Appointed by God

Jeremy

Hebrew · God will uplift

Jeromy

American · Hebrew

Jaremy

English · God will uplift

Jheremy

English · Exalted of the

Jemir

English · A variant of

Jehremy

American · A variant of

Jesi

English · God beholds

Common questions about the name Jerimy

What does the name Jerimy mean?

Jerimy means "appointed by God" — a name rooted in English 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 Jerimy?

Jerimy 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 Jerimy?

Jerimy originates from English tradition. English 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 Jerimy?

Jerimy is a three-syllable name pronounced JH EH1 R IY0 M AY1. 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 Jerimy?

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