Jeremia

Meaning & origin

Jeremia is a rare biblical variant that has never cracked the top 1,000 in the United States. It first appeared on U.S. birth records in 1973 and reached its peak popularity in 1978, though still at a very low rank. Over the past decade, since 2015, its usage has been rising slowly, likely influenced by the broader revival of Old Testament names. While it lacks the widespread name recognition of its cousin Jeremiah, Jeremia offers parents a distinct spelling while retaining the familiar sound and deep religious roots.

Jeremia is a Dutch, German, and Scandinavian variant of the Hebrew name Jeremiah (Yirmiyahu), meaning 'the Lord will exalt' or 'God will uplift.' The name Jeremiah appears in the Old Testament as a major prophet, and its variants have been used across Europe since the Reformation. Jeremia as a spelling is most common in the Netherlands and Germany, though it appears in English-speaking countries as a rare alternative.