Declining since 2022, #11,932 for girls today.
Popularity of Jerusalen since 1999
Babies named Jerusalen per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 6 |
| 2000s | 36 |
| 2010s | 29 |
| 2020s | 32 |
Meaning & origin
Jerusalen is a rare and distinctive Spanish variant of Jerusalén, the name of the ancient city of Jerusalem. First recorded in the United States in 1999, the name saw its peak usage in 2022, after which its popularity has been declining. With a rank of 11,932 in 2025 and an incidence of 1 in 229,610 births, it remains a highly uncommon choice. The name has not been associated with any particular states, indicating its extremely scattered usage. As a modern Spanish-influenced name, Jerusalen carries a strong cultural and religious resonance, though its low frequency makes it a unique option for parents seeking an unusual name with deep historical ties.
Jerusalen is a rare Spanish variant of Jerusalén, which itself derives from the Hebrew Yerushalayim, the ancient city name. The name has been used occasionally in Spanish-speaking cultures as a given name, likely in reference to the city's sacred status in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Its use in the United States has been sparse, with records beginning only in 1999.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jeru, Sali
Variants: Jerusalén, Yerushalayim
Sibling names for Jerusalen
Names that share Jerusalen's style, for a brother or sister.
