Jeremy
Jeremy is a boy name of Hebrew origin meaning “God will exalt”, pronounced JAIR-uh-mee. It ranked #292 in the United States in 2025, given to 1,152 babies, and peaked at #14 in 1976. Common nicknames: Jer, Jerry, Remy.
How popular is Jeremy in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Jeremy mean, and where does it come from?
Jeremy is the English form of Jeremiah, from the Hebrew Yirmeyahu, meaning "God will exalt" or "appointed by God." While Jeremiah remains closer to the biblical original, Jeremy developed as a distinct, softer variant used widely in Britain since the Middle Ages. The name achieved major popularity in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s. Jeremy pairs biblical depth with an easygoing, contemporary friendliness.
How is Jeremy used around the world?
Jeremy is used in 2 languages worldwide, with 17+ international variants.
TypeMale given name
Linguistic data: Wikidata (CC0). Variants and language usage may vary by region.
What are the nicknames for Jeremy?
Famous People Named Jeremy
- Jeremy Renner — American actor
- Jeremy Clarkson — English television presenter
- Jeremy Lin — American professional basketball player
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Jeremy mean?
Jeremy is a boy name of Hebrew origin meaning "God will exalt." Jeremy is the English form of Jeremiah, from the Hebrew Yirmeyahu, meaning "God will exalt" or "appointed by God." While Jeremiah remains closer to the biblical original, Jeremy developed as a distinct, softer variant used widely in Britain since the Middle Ages.
How do you pronounce Jeremy?
Jeremy is pronounced JAIR-uh-mee. Common variations include Jeremiah, Jeromy, Jerimy.
Is Jeremy a boy name?
Yes, Jeremy is traditionally a boy name. Popular nicknames include Jer, Jerry, Remy.