gender neutral
Jeremiah
exalted by God, appointed by God
About Jeremiah
Jeremiah stands as a timeless choice that bridges traditional values with contemporary appeal, offering parents a name rich in historical significance while remaining thoroughly relevant for modern times. The name possesses inherent gravitas, suggesting wisdom and thoughtfulness beyond years, yet its friendly syllables prevent it from feeling overly formal or stuffy. Boys named Jeremiah often grow into the name's mature qualities, developing into individuals who command respect through character rather than force. The natural nickname options—Jeremy, Jerry, Miah—provide flexibility as children navigate different social environments and stages of life, allowing them to choose how formally they wish to present themselves. Jeremiah works beautifully across professional contexts, from creative industries to corporate boardrooms, never limiting its bearer's potential paths. The name's literary and cultural references add layers of depth without overwhelming its straightforward appeal. For parents seeking a name that honors tradition while providing their son with a solid foundation for whatever future he chooses to build, Jeremiah delivers substance, versatility, and enduring style that transcends passing trends.
Popularity of the Name Jeremiah
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1880 | #278 | ||||
| 1881 | #272 | ||||
| 1882 | #302 | ||||
| 1883 | #273 | ||||
| 1884 | #281 | ||||
| 1885 | #265 | ||||
| 1886 | #269 | ||||
| 1887 | #266 | ||||
| 1888 | #309 | ||||
| 1889 | #256 | ||||
| 1890 | #292 | ||||
| 1891 | #294 | ||||
| 1892 | #323 | ||||
| 1893 | #326 | ||||
| 1894 | #343 | ||||
| 1895 | #352 | ||||
| 1896 | #281 | ||||
| 1897 | #333 | ||||
| 1898 | #357 | ||||
| 1899 | #379 | ||||
| 1900 | #327 | ||||
| 1901 | #416 | ||||
| 1902 | #363 | ||||
| 1903 | #406 | ||||
| 1904 | #341 | ||||
| 1905 | #418 | ||||
| 1906 | #482 | ||||
| 1907 | #499 | ||||
| 1908 | #530 | ||||
| 1909 | #524 | ||||
| 1910 | #466 | ||||
| 1911 | #486 | ||||
| 1912 | #526 | ||||
| 1913 | #489 | ||||
| 1914 | #540 | ||||
| 1915 | #668 | ||||
| 1916 | #549 | ||||
| 1917 | #582 | ||||
| 1918 | #598 | ||||
| 1919 | #543 | ||||
| 1920 | #541 | ||||
| 1921 | #552 | ||||
| 1922 | #562 | ||||
| 1923 | #557 | ||||
| 1924 | #569 | ||||
| 1925 | #544 | ||||
| 1926 | #576 | ||||
| 1927 | #523 | ||||
| 1928 | #585 | ||||
| 1929 | #554 | ||||
| 1930 | #531 | ||||
| 1931 | #546 | ||||
| 1932 | #533 | ||||
| 1933 | #542 | ||||
| 1934 | #527 | ||||
| 1935 | #547 | ||||
| 1936 | #550 | ||||
| 1937 | #558 | ||||
| 1938 | #557 | ||||
| 1939 | #561 | ||||
| 1940 | #539 | ||||
| 1941 | #539 | ||||
| 1942 | #541 | ||||
| 1943 | #577 | ||||
| 1944 | #615 | ||||
| 1945 | #552 | ||||
| 1946 | #589 | ||||
| 1947 | #597 | ||||
| 1948 | #566 | ||||
| 1949 | #523 | ||||
| 1950 | #524 | ||||
| 1951 | #555 | ||||
| 1952 | #536 | ||||
| 1953 | #607 | ||||
| 1954 | #560 | ||||
| 1955 | #572 | ||||
| 1956 | #595 | ||||
| 1957 | #565 | ||||
| 1958 | #625 | ||||
| 1959 | #628 | ||||
| 1960 | #633 | ||||
| 1961 | #679 | ||||
| 1962 | #686 | ||||
| 1963 | #664 | ||||
| 1964 | #705 | #40 | |||
| 1965 | #740 | #42 | |||
| 1966 | #650 | #45 | |||
| 1967 | #667 | #45 | |||
| 1968 | #660 | #57 | |||
| 1969 | #625 | #61 | |||
| 1970 | #553 | #59 | |||
| 1971 | #452 | #71 | |||
| 1972 | #431 | #70 | |||
| 1973 | #256 | #92 | |||
| 1974 | #178 | #76 | |||
| 1975 | #149 | #81 | |||
| 1976 | #93 | #89 | |||
| 1977 | #69 | #94 | |||
| 1978 | #81 | #95 | |||
| 1979 | #81 | #100 | |||
| 1980 | #76 | #91 | |||
| 1981 | #77 | #298 | #96 | ||
| 1982 | #89 | #291 | #106 | ||
| 1983 | #99 | #94 | |||
| 1984 | #102 | #100 | |||
| 1985 | #111 | #107 | |||
| 1986 | #118 | #115 | |||
| 1987 | #130 | #305 | #132 | ||
| 1988 | #136 | #304 | #126 | ||
| 1989 | #144 | #267 | #109 | ||
| 1990 | #154 | #274 | #128 | ||
| 1991 | #156 | #301 | #138 | #371 | |
| 1992 | #161 | #253 | #174 | #376 | |
| 1993 | #166 | #168 | #154 | #382 | |
| 1994 | #158 | #258 | #152 | #385 | |
| 1995 | #163 | #264 | #156 | #491 | |
| 1996 | #164 | #285 | #189 | #396 | |
| 1997 | #128 | #596 | #285 | #166 | #331 |
| 1998 | #114 | #835 | #222 | #182 | #314 |
| 1999 | #108 | #666 | #230 | #230 | #289 |
| 2000 | #102 | #669 | #190 | #178 | #311 |
| 2001 | #90 | #670 | #192 | #263 | #265 |
| 2002 | #86 | #481 | #185 | #333 | #282 |
| 2003 | #90 | #646 | #131 | #236 | #245 |
| 2004 | #77 | #556 | #198 | #268 | #317 |
| 2005 | #78 | #539 | #155 | #327 | #292 |
| 2006 | #71 | #517 | #154 | #343 | #261 |
| 2007 | #67 | #487 | #205 | #316 | #251 |
| 2008 | #68 | #405 | #146 | #246 | #241 |
| 2009 | #65 | #467 | #151 | #350 | #247 |
| 2010 | #51 | #356 | #177 | #434 | #206 |
| 2011 | #49 | #346 | #174 | #395 | #197 |
| 2012 | #52 | #336 | #136 | #344 | #205 |
| 2013 | #58 | #296 | #158 | #348 | #183 |
| 2014 | #56 | #336 | #146 | #446 | #205 |
| 2015 | #54 | #364 | #141 | #334 | #193 |
| 2016 | #58 | #283 | #201 | #334 | #226 |
| 2017 | #63 | #370 | #133 | #398 | #209 |
| 2018 | #64 | #359 | #116 | #398 | #212 |
| 2019 | #69 | #368 | #144 | #332 | #224 |
| 2020 | #74 | #373 | #120 | #307 | #226 |
| 2021 | #82 | #353 | #161 | #418 | #254 |
| 2022 | #93 | #382 | #171 | #345 | #246 |
| 2023 | #92 | #343 | #151 | #298 | #210 |
| 2024 | #93 | #362 | #147 | #350 | #209 |
| 2025 | #88 | #329 | #108 | #433 | #197 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Jeremiah
Names Similar to Jeremiah
Nicknames for Jeremiah
- Jer
- Jerry
- Miah
- Remy
Famous People Named Jeremiah
| Jeremiah Johnson | American mountain man and soldier |
| Jeremiah Wright | American pastor and theologian |
| Jeremiah Dixon | English surveyor and astronomer |
| Jeremiah Denton | American politician and naval aviator |
| Jeremiah Trotter | American football player |
| Jeremiah Fraites | American musician, member of The Lumineers |
| Jeremiah E. Burke | American lawyer and politician |
| Jeremiah Stamler | American physician and researcher |
| Jeremiah "Terminator" LeRoy | American author and literary persona |
| Jeremiah McDonald | American YouTuber and filmmaker |
| Jeremiah Rivers | American basketball player |
| Jeremiah Owyang | American business strategist |
| Jeremiah Wright Sr. | American Baptist minister and pastor |
| Jeremiah Masoli | American football player |
| Jeremiah Sirles | American football player |
| Jeremiah Bitsui | American actor |
| Jeremiah Tower | American chef and food writer |
| Jeremiah Clarke | English composer and organist |
| Jeremiah S. Black | American lawyer and politician |
Characters Named Jeremiah
| Jeremiah Gottwald | Character from the anime series "Code Geass" |
| Jeremiah Dixon | Character from the novel "Mason & Dixon" by Thomas Pynchon |
| Jeremiah "Jerry" Seinfeld | Main character from the TV show "Seinfeld" |
| Jeremiah Danvers | Character from the TV series "Supergirl" |
| Jeremiah Valeska | Character from the TV series "Gotham" |
| Jeremiah Jones | Character from the book series "Wayside School" by Louis Sachar |
| Jeremiah "Jeremy" Gilbert | Character from the TV series "The Vampire Diaries" |
| Jeremiah "Jerry" Cruncher | Character from the novel "A Tale of Two Cities" by Charles Dickens |
| Jeremiah Fink | Character from the video game "BioShock Infinite" |
| Jeremiah "Jere" Burns | Character from the TV series "Justified" |
| Jeremiah "Jerry" Mouse | Cartoon character from the "Tom and Jerry" series |
| Jeremiah Slaczka | Character from the video game "Drawn to Life" |
| Jeremiah "Jerry" Lundegaard | Character from the film "Fargo" |
| Jeremiah "Jerry" Renault | Character from the novel "The Chocolate War" by Robert Cormier |
| Jeremiah "Jerry" Baynard | Character from the TV series "Desperate Housewives" |
| Jeremiah "Jerry" Smith | Character from the TV series "Rick and Morty" |
| Jeremiah "Jerry" Calhoun | Character from the film "Stepmom" |
| Jeremiah Kraye | Character from the tabletop game "Warmachine" |
| Jeremiah "Jerry" Welbach | Character from the film "The Mexican" |
| Jeremiah "Jerry" Sunborne | Character from the film "A Dangerous Method" |