Holding steady.
Popularity of Jeffre since 1945
Babies named Jeffre per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 12 |
| 1950s | 52 |
| 1960s | 87 |
| 1970s | 56 |
| 1980s | 32 |
| 1990s | 5 |
| 2000s | 12 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Jeffre is a modern respelling of Jeffrey, a name that gained popularity in the mid-20th century. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1945, and though it has never been a top-tier name, its peak usage came in 1963. Since then, its usage has remained stable but low, and it is currently used very rarely. Jeffre has no strong regional ties, as it does not appear in the top states data. The name's appeal lies in its familiar sound with a distinctive spelling, offering a slight twist on a classic.
Jeffre is a variant spelling of Jeffrey, itself a Middle English form of Geoffrey. The name Geoffrey is of uncertain origin; it may derive from the Old French name Geoffroi, composed of elements meaning 'district, territory' and 'peace', or perhaps from a Germanic name with meanings related to 'gift' and 'peace'. Jeffre has been used as a given name in English-speaking countries since the mid-20th century, often as a respelling.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jeff, Jeffy
Sibling names for Jeffre
Names that share Jeffre's style, for a brother or sister.
