Jerry
jare-ee
US Popularity:1558
Origin:British
Meaning:Mighty spearman; God will exalt, God will uplift
Jerry is a gender-neutral baby name of English, German, and Hebrew origin. A diminutive of names like Gerald or Gerard, Jerry means “mighty spearman” when looked at through its German roots. Spears are sharp weapons used for protection and battle and are often used as a symbol of power and pride. Alternatively, Jerry means "God will exalt" or "God will uplift" in Hebrew, which comes from Jeremy or Jeremiah. Regardless of which meaning most appeals to you, baby Jerry will be a force to be reckoned with! Plus, with role models like the iconic Jerry from Tom and Jerry, comedian Jerry Seinfeld, or Grateful Dead musician Jerry Garcia, baby is sure to love their name.
Famous People Named Jerry
Wondering who else shares this name? Check out these well known people who made this baby name famous.
- Jerry BrownUnited States Governor
- Jerry GarciaSinger
- Jerry Lee LewisMusician, Singer
- Jerry LewisComedian
- Jerry LucasBasketball Player
- Jerry O'ConnellActor
- Jerry RiceFootball Player
- Jerry SeinfeldComedian, TV Actor
- Jerry StillerComedian
- Jerry WestBasketball Player
Jerry Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Jerry is currently #1178 on The Bump
Boy:Jerry is currently #858 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Jerry is currently #641 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Jerry is currently #1558 in U.S. births
Boy:Jerry is currently #1588 in U.S. births
Girl:Jerry is currently #24508 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2017
Gender:
Girl
#24520
in 2017
- 3035
from 2008
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 408, 436
Behind the Name, Jerry, January 2022
Behind the Name, Gerald, December 2022
Behind the Name, Jeremy, April 2021
Name Doctor, Jerry
Abarim Publications, Jeremiah meaning, November 2023
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