Rising since 2022, #12,008 for boys today.
Popularity of Jeran since 1969
Babies named Jeran per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 28 |
| 1980s | 112 |
| 1990s | 127 |
| 2000s | 160 |
| 2010s | 55 |
| 2020s | 10 |
Meaning & origin
Jeran first appeared in U.S. records in 1969, making it a relatively modern coinage. It reached its peak popularity in 1989, likely influenced by the broader trend of names beginning with 'Jer-'. After a period of decline, Jeran has been rising in usage again since 2022, though it remains rare. The name has not historically been concentrated in any particular state, suggesting a broad but low-level use across the country. Its straightforward sound and spelling appeal to parents seeking a distinctive yet accessible name.
Jeran is a modern name first recorded in the United States in 1969. Its formation pattern suggests it may be a blend of the popular prefix 'Jer-' (as in Jeremy or Jeremiah) with the fashionable suffix '-an'. No established root or traditional meaning is known.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jere, Jay
Sibling names for Jeran
Names that share Jeran's style, for a brother or sister.
