Jeremiah

Boy's name

Jeremiah is a Hebrew name derived from the elements "Yahweh," meaning "God," and "ram," meaning "exalted."

Meaning God has uplifted
Origin Hebrew
U.S. births in 2023 3,702 Falling
Peak year 2010

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Jeremiah Johnson - Mountain man and fur trapper.
  • Jeremiah Wright - Pastor and civil rights activist.
  • Jeremiah Trotter - NFL linebacker.
  • Jeremiah Tower - Celebrity chef and restaurateur.
  • Jeremiah Masoli - CFL quarterback.
  • Jeremiah Buoni - Reality TV personality on "MTV Floribama Shore."
  • Jeremiah Bitsui - Actor known for "Breaking Bad."
  • Jeremiah Sirles - NFL offensive lineman.
  • Jeremiah Jae - Music producer and rapper.
  • Jeremiah Green - Drummer for Modest Mouse.

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