Declining since 2019, #12,008 for boys today.
Popularity of Yerachmiel since 1984
Babies named Yerachmiel per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 12 |
| 1990s | 20 |
| 2000s | 38 |
| 2010s | 110 |
| 2020s | 58 |
Meaning & origin
Yerachmiel is a rare Hebrew name with deep biblical roots, first recorded in the U.S. Social Security data in 1984. Its meaning, tied to divine compassion, resonates within Jewish communities but has not crossed over into broader popularity. In 2023, it reached its peak rank of 12,008, with approximately 1 in 341,615 newborn boys receiving the name. However, the trajectory has been falling since 2019, suggesting a waning but still present usage among families seeking a distinctive traditional name. No top states reported, indicating its use is scattered rather than concentrated in any region.
Yerachmiel is a Hebrew name derived from the elements 'yerach' meaning 'will have compassion' or 'will exalt' and 'El' meaning 'God'. It appears in the Hebrew Bible as the name of a son of Kish, though it is not among the most common biblical names. The name has been used in Jewish communities, particularly among Ashkenazi Jews, and has seen occasional modern usage in English-speaking countries since the late 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Yerachmiel, Yerachmeel
Sibling names for Yerachmiel
Names that share Yerachmiel's style, for a brother or sister.
