Jermal

“calm, peaceful”

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#11495US 2022

6Births / yr

↓Falling

738All-time births

📅 Since 196900

What does Jermal mean and where does it come from?

Jermal is predominantly found among African-American communities and reflects a trend towards creatively crafted names within this demographic. The name suggests attributes of calmness and peace, similar to names derived from the root 'Gerald' or 'Jermaine.' Jermal, while not historically significan

Cultural significance

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

Peak popularity

Reached #1768 in 1982 — currently #11495 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Jermal?

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

Jermal Grace

How popular is Jermal right now?

Falling — down 3785 spots — currently #11495 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1970–2022#11495 · Top 8.5%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2022	#11495	6	▼ down 3785 · -40% births
2010	#7710	10	▲ up 124 · +11% births
2005	#7834	9	▼ down 2445 · -31% births
2000	#5389	13	▼ down 2411 · -46% births
1995	#2978	24	▼ down 733 · -25% births
1990	#2245	32	▲ up 547 · +78% births
1985	#2792	18	▲ up 142 · +13% births
1980	#2934	16	▼ down 996 · -36% births
1975	#1938	25	▲ up 274 · +39% births
1970	#2212	18	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Jermal

Best Year1975Rank #1938

Peak Count32

Average Rank#4753

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1970 - 202210 years

The story of Jermal

Jermal is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1969. With 738 total births recorded, Jermal remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #2212 in 1970, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #11495 in 2022.

Names that peaked alongside Jermal in 1982:

Michael Christopher Matthew Jason David

Jermal by decade

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

Decade	Births
1960s	19
1970s	166
1980s ★	231
1990s	191
2000s	101
2010s	30

💎Jermal has only 738 total recorded births since 1969 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Jermal?

Common

JerJeErmal

What names sound and feel like Jermal?

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

Jerral

American · a modern variation

Jermall

American · variant of Germain,

Jemal

Arabic · Arabic

Jeral

English · a variation of

Ermal

Albania · A beloved name

Terral

American · earth or land

Jemar

American · Derived from the

Vernal

American · Of spring; youthful;

Common questions about the name Jermal

What does the name Jermal mean?

Jermal means "calm, peaceful" — 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 Jermal?

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

What is the cultural origin of Jermal?

Jermal 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.

Is Jermal trending right now?

Jermal is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.

Is Jermal a common or rare name?

Jermal is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.