Declining since 1995.
Popularity of Jermarcus since 1980
Babies named Jermarcus per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 114 |
| 1990s | 133 |
| 2000s | 74 |
| 2010s | 54 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Jermarcus is a modern American name that first appeared in Social Security records in 1980. It reached its peak popularity in 1994, when it was given to a modest number of babies, though it never entered the top 1,000 names nationally. Since 1995, its usage has been steadily declining, and as of the latest data, it remains an uncommon choice. The name follows the naming convention of blending two traditional names, Jerome and Marcus, a trend that was particularly popular in African American communities during the 1980s and 1990s. Despite its decline, Jermarcus retains a distinctive sound and a constructed meaning that appeals to parents seeking a unique yet familiar name.
Jermarcus is a modern American coinage, formed by blending the names Jerome and Marcus. Jerome derives from Greek Hieronymos, meaning 'sacred name,' while Marcus is of Latin origin, meaning 'dedicated to the god Mars.' The name emerged in the late 20th century as part of the trend of combining traditional names to create distinctive new ones.
Sibling names for Jermarcus
Names that share Jermarcus's style, for a brother or sister.
