Jeffery

Boy's name

Jeffery is of Germanic origin, derived from the name Geoffrey. It means "peaceful traveler" or "peaceful pledge."

Meaning Peace territory
Origin Germanic
U.S. births in 2023 150 Falling
Peak year 1962

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Jeffery Deaver - American author of crime novels
  • Jeffery Tambor - American actor known for "Arrested Development"
  • Jeffery Wright - American actor known for "Westworld"
  • Jeffery Archer - British author and politician
  • Jeffery Donovan - American actor known for "Burn Notice"
  • Jeffery Combs - American actor known for horror films
  • Jeffery Deitch - American art dealer and curator
  • Jeffery H. Boyd - Former CEO of Priceline Group
  • Jeffery Taylor - American professional basketball player

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