Holding steady.
Popularity of Jerrico since 1974
Babies named Jerrico per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 6 |
| 1980s | 48 |
| 1990s | 85 |
| 2000s | 30 |
| 2010s | 35 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Jerrico is a rare modern invention that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1974. It reached its peak usage in 1990, likely inspired by the biblical place name Jericho but with a more distinctive spelling. The name has never ranked in the top 1000 and remains uncommon, with a stable trajectory in recent years. As a creative variant, Jerrico offers a unique option for parents seeking an uncommon name with a familiar sound.
Jerrico appears to be a modern creative spelling of Jericho, the name of a biblical city. The spelling with two r's and a c may have been influenced by names like Rico or the suffix -ico. It has seen sporadic use in the United States since the 1970s, primarily as a masculine name.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jerry, Rico
Variants: Jericho
Sibling names for Jerrico
Names that share Jerrico's style, for a brother or sister.
