Jermayne

“Variant of Germaine, meaning 'brotherly' or 'from Germany'”

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#9071US 2020

8Births / yr

↑Rising

384All-time births

📅 Since 197200

What does Jermayne mean and where does it come from?

The name Jermayne is a modern variation of the name Germaine, which originates from the Latin name 'Germanus'. It became popular in English-speaking countries in the 20th century. Jermayne may also reflect the trend of unique spellings of traditional names. In some instances, it is used in African A

Cultural significance

Jermayne has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of variant of germaine, meaning 'brotherly' or 'from germany'.

Peak popularity

Reached #2324 in 1972 — currently #9071 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Jermayne?

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

Jermayne Grace

How popular is Jermayne right now?

Rising fast — up 1090 spots — currently #9071 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1975–2020#9071 · Top 6.7%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2020	#8860	8	▲ up 1090 · +14% births
2010	#9950	7	▼ down 543
2005	#9407	7	▼ down 3328 · -36% births
2000	#6079	11	▲ up 1216 · +57% births
1995	#7295	7	▼ down 527
1990	#6768	7	▼ down 2711 · -30% births
1980	#4057	10	▼ down 151 · +11% births
1975	#3906	9	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Jermayne

Best Year1975Rank #3906

Peak Count11

Average Rank#7040

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1975 - 20208 years

The story of Jermayne

Jermayne is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1972. With 384 total births recorded, Jermayne remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #3906 in 1975, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #8860 in 2020.

Names that peaked alongside Jermayne in 1972:

Michael Christopher James David John

Jermayne by decade

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

Decade	Births
1970s	85
1980s	72
1990s ★	89
2000s	80
2010s	50
2020s	8

💎Jermayne has only 384 total recorded births since 1972 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Jermayne?

Common

JerJeAyne

What names sound and feel like Jermayne?

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

Jermane

American · brother, or from

Jermaine

American · Derived from 'Germaine',

Jermone

American · A beloved name

Termayne

English · From the land

Germayne

English · Derived from Germain,

Delwayne

American · From the willow

Tremayne

American · stony hill

Delayne

American · English

Common questions about the name Jermayne

What does the name Jermayne mean?

Jermayne means "Variant of Germaine, meaning 'brotherly' or 'from Germany'" — 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 Jermayne?

Jermayne 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 Jermayne?

Jermayne 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 Jermayne a common or rare name?

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

What are good nicknames for Jermayne?

Jermayne naturally lends itself to affectionate nicknames. Shortened versions based on the first syllable are most popular, and many parents also create unique pet names that feel personal to their family.