Rising since 2022.
Popularity of Jerah since 1977
Babies named Jerah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 7 |
| 1990s | 27 |
| 2000s | 45 |
| 2010s | 12 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Jerah emerged in U.S. birth records in 1977, a modern name whose origins are unclear. Its usage peaked in 2004, the year it saw its most recorded births, but it has never entered the top 1000. Since 2022, it has been rising slightly, but remains very rare. With no strong ties to any state or cultural tradition, Jerah is a contemporary invention, likely inspired by similar-sounding names like Jerrah or Jerry. Its gentle sound and simple spelling appeal to parents seeking a distinctive modern name.
Jerah first appeared in U.S. records in 1977, suggesting a modern coinage. It may be a creative spelling variant of Jerrah, itself a diminutive of Jeremiah or Jeremy, or a feminine elaboration of Jerry. The name has seen sporadic use, with a peak in 2004.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jeri, J
Variants: Jerrah
Sibling names for Jerah
Names that share Jerah's style, for a brother or sister.
