NAME PROFILE
Jerry
Jerry is a name of English and Hebrew origin, meaning 'ruler with a spear' or 'appointed by God.' It conveys a sense of leadership and charisma, often associated with a lively and engaging personality.
Key Stats
| Total births | 632,416 |
| Gender | Male (96% / 4%) |
| Peak year | 1947 |
| Peak generation | Boomer |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
TX — 22%CA — 20%GA — 19%IL — 19%OH — 19%
Notable People
Jerry Seinfeld (Comedian, *Seinfeld*) · Jerry Rice (American football player, NFL Hall of Famer) · Jerry Springer (Television presenter, *The Jerry Springer Show*) · Jerry Bruckheimer (Film producer, *Pirates of the Caribbean*) · Jerry Lewis (Comedian, actor, filmmaker)
Nicknames & Diminutives
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