Holding steady, #12,008 for boys today.
Popularity of Jermon since 1971
Babies named Jermon per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 98 |
| 1980s | 122 |
| 1990s | 122 |
| 2000s | 96 |
| 2010s | 68 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Jermon is a rare modern name that entered U.S. birth records in 1971, a time when creative coinages were gaining popularity. It reached its peak rank in 1981, ranking 12,008th with an estimated 1 in 341,615 children named Jermon. Since then, its usage has remained stable but very low. The name is almost exclusively given to boys. While its exact origins are unclear, Jermon likely draws from the sound of more established names like Jermaine or Herman, with the common -on suffix. It has no recorded top states or famous bearers, underscoring its status as a rare and personal choice.
Jermon first appeared in U.S. records in 1971 and saw modest use in the 1970s and early 1980s. It appears to be a modern coinage, perhaps influenced by names like Jermaine or Herman, combined with a fashionable -on suffix. Its origin is uncertain, and it has no traditional etymology or historical usage outside the United States.
Sibling names for Jermon
Names that share Jermon's style, for a brother or sister.
