Jeremy

Meaning of Jeremy

It means 'God will uplift' or 'God will raise up'. It expresses hope for divine favor and success.

Jeremy has Hebrew roots — browse every Hebrew baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Jeremy

Jeremy has cooled off, slipping to #292 in 2025, down from a peak of #84 in 2000.

Notable people named Jeremy

• Jeremy Renner
  Actor, known for Marvel movies
• Jeremy Irons
  Award-winning British actor
• Jeremy Lin
  Professional basketball player
• Jeremy Clarkson
  Television presenter, journalist
• Jeremy Brett
  Actor, played Sherlock Holmes

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Questions about the name Jeremy

What does the name Jeremy mean?

Jeremy means it means 'god will uplift' or 'god will raise up'. it expresses hope for divine favor and success, and it comes from Hebrew origins.

Is Jeremy a boy's or a girl's name?

Jeremy is most commonly used as a boy's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Jeremy?

In 2025, Jeremy ranked #292 for boys, down from #266 the year before.

When was Jeremy most popular?

Jeremy peaked at #84 in 2000.