Rising since 1989, #1,366 for boys today.
Popularity of Jeriah since 1977
Babies named Jeriah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 0 | 7 |
| 1980s | 0 | 45 |
| 1990s | 33 | 123 |
| 2000s | 132 | 441 |
| 2010s | 146 | 695 |
| 2020s | 69 | 786 |
Meaning & origin
Jeriah is a biblical name that entered the U.S. naming pool in 1977 and has been on an upward trajectory since 1989. It reached its peak rank of 1,366 in 2022 and remains most popular in Maryland, Pennsylvania, and Indiana. The name's ancient Hebrew roots give it a strong, scriptural resonance, and its rising usage reflects a broader trend toward reviving Old Testament names that feel both distinctive and traditional. With a sound that is similar to names like Jeremiah but shorter and more streamlined, Jeriah offers parents a way to honor biblical heritage without a longer, more common choice.
Jeriah appears in the Hebrew Bible (1 Chronicles 23:19 and 24:23) as a Levite, a son of Hebron. The name is formed from the Hebrew root yarah ('to throw, to teach') combined with a divine element. Its exact meaning remains debated among scholars, with 'taught by God' and 'God will throw' being the principal interpretations. The name was rarely used before the late 20th century, but it began appearing in U.S. records in 1977 as part of a broader revival of Old Testament names.
Where Jeriah is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jeri, Riah
Variants: Jeriyah, Yeriah
Sibling names for Jeriah
Names that share Jeriah's style, for a brother or sister.
