Rising since 1992, #1,388 for girls today.
Popularity of Jersey since 1948
Babies named Jersey per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1940s | 0 | 6 |
| 1950s | 0 | 5 |
| 1960s | 0 | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 | 0 |
| 1980s | 5 | 0 |
| 1990s | 16 | 28 |
| 2000s | 1,561 | 114 |
| 2010s | 1,577 | 180 |
| 2020s | 872 | 309 |
Meaning & origin
Jersey first appeared in U.S. baby name records in 1985 and has been on a rising trajectory since 1992. It reached its peak rank in 2010, when it was most popular. As of 2025, it ranks 1388th, with 1 in 10,237 babies receiving the name. The name saw its highest usage in the 2010s and is particularly favored in Mississippi, Oklahoma, and Utah. Jersey is a modern place-name, chosen for its association with the British island or the dairy cow breed, and it carries a fresh, fashionable feel without deep historical roots.
Jersey is a transferred use of the place name Jersey, the largest of the Channel Islands. The island's name likely derives from Old Norse or Old English elements, possibly meaning 'Geirr's island' or 'grass island.' As a given name, Jersey emerged in the late 20th century, adopted as a fashionable place-name or inspired by the Jersey cow breed, which is known for its rich milk. It has seen increasing use since the 1990s.
Where Jersey is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jers, Jez, JJ
Variants: Jersie
Sibling names for Jersey
Names that share Jersey's style, for a brother or sister.
