UK boy's name
Jeremi
A masculine name of Hebrew origin meaning "exalted of the Lord".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2021. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Jeremi is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Jeremi popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2021 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3451, with 5 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2013, with 10 births.
This profile covers 88 England and Wales registrations across 16 recorded years from 2004 to 2021. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 50% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 87 living people in the UK are called Jeremi. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2022 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Jeremi ranked #3451 for boys in England and Wales in 2021, with 5 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2013, when 10 boys were registered as Jeremi.
- • About 87 living people in the UK are estimated to have Jeremi as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3451
2021
Births in 2021
5
Latest year
Peak year
2013
10 births
Estimated living
87
2026
Meaning
What does Jeremi mean?
The given name Jeremi has its origins in the Hebrew language and culture, dating back to ancient times. It is a variant spelling of the more common name Jeremy, which is derived from the Hebrew name Yeremyahu or Yirmeyahu. This Hebrew name can be traced back to the Biblical prophet Jeremiah, whose name means "exalted by Yahweh" or "appointed by God."
The name Jeremi first appeared in various ancient Hebrew texts, including the Old Testament of the Bible, where the prophet Jeremiah played a prominent role. He was one of the major prophets of ancient Israel and lived during the 7th century BCE. Jeremiah's teachings and prophecies are recorded in the Book of Jeremiah, which is part of the Old Testament.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Jeremi can be found in the 12th century, when a French monk named Jeremi of Auxerre lived and wrote several theological works. Another notable figure was Jeremi Czepiński, a Polish nobleman and military leader who lived in the 16th century and fought against the Teutonic Knights.
Throughout history, the name Jeremi has been borne by several other prominent individuals. One such figure was Jeremi Przybylski (1874-1954), a Polish politician and journalist who played a significant role in the struggle for Polish independence. Another was Jeremi Ochocki (1881-1963), a Polish military officer and diplomat who served as the Polish ambassador to the Soviet Union during World War II.
In the realm of literature, the name Jeremi is associated with Jeremi Priestly (1733-1804), an English novelist, philosopher, and theologian who is best known for his works on education and moral philosophy. Another notable figure was Jeremi Bentham (1748-1832), an English philosopher, jurist, and social reformer who is considered one of the founders of modern utilitarianism.
These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who have borne the name Jeremi. While the name has its roots in Hebrew and Biblical traditions, it has been adopted and used in various cultures and contexts over the centuries, reflecting the diversity and richness of human history and traditions.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Jeremi over time
The chart below shows babies named Jeremi registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2004 to 2021. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Jeremi, the clearest high point is 2013. The latest England and Wales figure is 5 births in 2021, compared with 10 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Jeremi by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Jeremi was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #3393 | 10 | 2 |
| 2010s | #2883 | 62 | 9 |
| 2000s | #4050 | 16 | 5 |
Related
Names similar to Jeremi
- Jack 188,738
- Joshua 145,192
- James 141,878
- Joseph 102,259
- Jacob 93,754
- Jake 66,896
- Jamie 41,243
- Jordan 36,750
- Jayden 28,921
- Jude 24,156
- John 22,240
- Joe 19,164
FAQ
Jeremi: questions and answers
How popular is the name Jeremi in the UK right now?
In 2021, Jeremi was ranked #3451 for boys in England and Wales, with 5 births registered.
When was Jeremi most popular?
The peak year on record was 2013, with 10 babies registered as Jeremi in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Jeremi?
A masculine name of Hebrew origin meaning "exalted of the Lord".
How many people are called Jeremi in the UK?
A total of 88 babies have been registered as Jeremi across the 16 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.