Declining since 1991, #8,910 for boys today.
Popularity of Jeron since 1940
Babies named Jeron per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 12 |
| 1950s | 22 |
| 1960s | 50 |
| 1970s | 283 |
| 1980s | 532 |
| 1990s | 616 |
| 2000s | 501 |
| 2010s | 232 |
| 2020s | 70 |
Meaning & origin
Jeron is a rare name in the United States, first recorded in 1940. Its peak year was 2001, after which its usage has consistently declined. By 2025, it ranked 8,910th with an incidence of about 1 in 213,510 newborns. The name has not been recorded as a top state favorite anywhere, and its trajectory has been falling since 1991. Jeron most likely represents a modern respelling or contraction of Jerome, fitting a pattern of compact, -on ending names popular in the late 20th century. For parents seeking a distinctive name with familiar roots, Jeron offers a unique option that is still recognizable.
Jeron likely originated as a variant or shortened form of Jerome, from the Greek Hieronymos meaning 'sacred name.' Alternatively, it may be a modern invented name blending sounds from names like Jerry and Ron. Its usage in the United States dates from the mid-20th century, with a peak in 2001 and a gradual decline since.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jerry
Sibling names for Jeron
Names that share Jeron's style, for a brother or sister.
