Jermine

“The name Jermine is quite contemporary and appears in various forms in African American communities”

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#1875US 2023

325Births / yr

→Stable

372All-time births

📅 Since 197100

What does Jermine mean and where does it come from?

The name Jermine is quite contemporary and appears in various forms in African American communities. Its use has been noted primarily in the United States. It reflects a trend of modern, unique spellings of traditional names.

Cultural significance

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

Peak popularity

Reached #1984 in 1979 — currently #1875 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Jermine?

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

Jermine Grace

How popular is Jermine right now?

Holding steady — currently #1875 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1975–2023#1875 · Top 1.4%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1875	325	▲ up 5 · +7% births
2022	#1880	305	▲ up 5 · +11% births
2021	#1885	275	▲ up 7596 · +4483% births
2000	#9481	6	▼ down 177 · +20% births
1995	#9304	5	▼ down 4748 · -58% births
1990	#4556	12	▼ down 331 · +20% births
1985	#4225	10	▼ down 1616 · -47% births
1980	#2609	19	▲ up 133 · +27% births
1975	#2742	15	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Jermine

Best Year2023Rank #1875

Peak Count325

Average Rank#4284

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1975 - 20239 years

The story of Jermine

Jermine is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1971. With 372 total births recorded, Jermine remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #2742 in 1975 to #1875 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Jermine in 1979:

Michael Christopher Jason David James

Jermine by decade

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

Decade	Births
1970s	144
1980s ★	158
1990s	53
2000s	17

💎Jermine has only 372 total recorded births since 1971 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Jermine?

Common

JerJeIne

What names sound and feel like Jermine?

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

Jermaine

American · Derived from 'Germaine',

Jermane

American · brother, or from

Jermone

American · A beloved name

Jemine

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Germine

Greek · A Greek name

Jelline

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Ermine

France · The white fur

Jeanine

France · French

Common questions about the name Jermine

What does the name Jermine mean?

Jermine means "French" — 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 Jermine?

Jermine 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 Jermine?

Jermine 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 Jermine a common or rare name?

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

What are good nicknames for Jermine?

Jermine 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.