Holding steady.
Popularity of Jerimah since 1976
Babies named Jerimah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 27 |
| 1980s | 17 |
| 1990s | 10 |
| 2000s | 79 |
| 2010s | 44 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Jerimah is a rare modern spelling variant of the classic biblical name Jeremiah. Records show it first appeared in 1976, and it has never entered the top 1,000 names in the United States. Its peak year was 2007, though even then it remained scarce. The trajectory has been stable, meaning it has not seen a sudden rise or fall in usage. Because it is so uncommon, no top states are associated with it. Parents drawn to the sound of Jeremiah but seeking a more streamlined spelling may consider Jerimah, though it remains a highly unusual choice lacking the historical depth or widespread use of the traditional form.
Jerimah is a modern variant spelling of Jeremiah, a biblical name of Hebrew origin (Yirmeyahu) meaning 'appointed by God' or 'Yahweh will exalt'. While the spelling Jerimah has appeared sporadically in U.S. records since 1976, it remains rare and is not a traditional form. The name likely arose as a phonetic respelling or a simplified variant of Jeremiah.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jerry, Jeri
Sibling names for Jerimah
Names that share Jerimah's style, for a brother or sister.
