Jerry

Gender
Unisex (Masculine & Feminine | Boys and Girls)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
The name Jerry comes from the German name Gerhard, which means "brave with the spear".
Pronunciation
JEH-ree
JEHR-ee
Popularity
Jerry is a popular name in the United States, ranking at #549 in 2021 according to the Social Security Administration.

cartoon of the name Jerry
Cartoon of Jerry

Jerry Name meanings & History

The name Jerry comes from the German name Gerhard, which means "brave with the spear". Diminutive of Jeremy, Jerome, Gerald, Geraldine and other names beginning with the same sound. Notable bearers include the American comedians Jerry Lewis (1926-2017) and Jerry Seinfeld (1954-), as well as the American football player Jerry Rice (1962-). Jerry is a classic and timeless name that can be used for boys of any age.

Zodiac Sign of Jerry: Justice Sagittarius,Joy Pisces

Synonyms of Jerry:

J: Judicial,Journal,Journey,Jester,Joy,Justice

E: Enliven,Expressive,Environment,Entertain,Enlighten,Exaggerate

R: Resourceful,Reason,Rational,Restless

Y: Yin/Yang,Yen/money,Youth-giving

Jerry is:

  • a Classic name
  • a Comedic name
  • a Common name
  • a Informal name
  • a Natural name
  • a Simple name
  • a Strong name
  • a Wholesome name

Famous People

Jerry Rice (former NFL player), Jerry Seinfeld (comedian and actor), Jerry Lee Lewis (singer and pianist).

2.) Jerry (Unisex)

Usage: English

Meanings: Spear ruler

Other Forms: Gerri, Gerrie, Gerry, Jerri, Jerrie


3.) Jerry (Male)

Usage: German

Meanings: (German) strong

Other Forms: Gerry, Gery, Jerre, Jerri, Jerrie, Jerrye


4.) JERRY (Male)

Usage: English

Meanings: A pet form of any of the various names beginning with the element Jer-, Jerry is also bestowed as an independent given name. (JER-REE)


5.) JERRY (Male)

Usage: American

Meanings: A pet form of any of the various names beginning with the element Jer-, Jerry is also bestowed as an independent given name. Var: Gerry. (JARE-REE)


6.) Jerry (Male)

Usage:

Meanings: (German) mighty spearman. (English) a familiar form of Gerald, Gerard. See also Gerry,Kele.

Other Forms: Jehri, Jere, Jeree, Jeri, Jerie, Jeris, Jerison, Jerree, Jerri, Jerrie, Jery


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