Declining since 2009, #4,050 for boys today.
Popularity of Jeramiah since 1973
Babies named Jeramiah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 369 |
| 1980s | 581 |
| 1990s | 571 |
| 2000s | 1,785 |
| 2010s | 1,232 |
| 2020s | 228 |
Meaning & origin
Jeramiah is a spelling variant of the biblical name Jeremiah that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1973. It reached its peak popularity in 2010, when it ranked highest among unrecorded ranks (data not provided). Since 2009, its usage has been declining, reflecting a broader trend away from phonetic spellings. In 2025, the name ranked 4,050, with roughly 1 in 65,695 boys receiving it. While not recorded in any top states, Jeramiah remains a recognizable alternative to the traditional Jeremiah, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive yet familiar name.
Jeramiah is a variant spelling of Jeremiah, derived from the Hebrew name Yirmeyahu, meaning 'appointed by God.' The name Jeremiah appears in the Old Testament as a major prophet. Jeramiah emerged as an alternative spelling in the late 20th century, likely influenced by the popularity of the 'iah' suffix and phonetic spelling preferences.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jer, Jerry, Miah
Sibling names for Jeramiah
Names that share Jeramiah's style, for a brother or sister.
