Jeremy
Male name · ↓ Falling
165,796
Total Births
1977
Peak Year
#245
Rank 2023
1942
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Jeremy
Jeremy is a male name that was once widely popular but has declined in recent decades. It peaked during the 1970s with significant usage. Approximately 165,796 Americans have been given this name since 1880.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1940s | 159 births |
| 1950s | 404 births |
| 1960s | 1,815 births |
| 1970s | 55,529 births |
| 1980s | 59,826 births |
| 1990s | 30,203 births |
| 2000s | 13,623 births |
| 2010s | 3,275 births |
| 2020s | 962 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Jeremy?
Jeremy has been given to 165,796 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 1977 with 8,550 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #245.
Is Jeremy a boy or girl name?
Jeremy is primarily used as a male name in the United States.
When was Jeremy most popular?
Jeremy was most popular in 1977, when 8,550 babies were given this name. The name has been declining in popularity.
How old is the name Jeremy?
Jeremy first appeared in US records in 1942.