Jerry
boy name#906 in 2025Jerry entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #14 in 1940, ranks #906 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1880–2025
#906
rank today
#14
peak (1940)
262
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #125 |
| 1890s | #138 |
| 1900s | #133 |
| 1910s | #145 |
| 1920s | #111 |
| 1930s | #27 |
| 1940s | #18 |
| 1950s | #31 |
| 1960s | #40 |
| 1970s | #64 |
| 1980s | #114 |
| 1990s | #195 |
| 2000s | #303 |
| 2010s | #494 |
| 2020s | #783 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Jerry has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 376,000 people named Jerry are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Jerry alive today was born around 1951, making them about 74 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jerry in 2025?
- Jerry ranks #906 among US boy names in 2025, with 262 babies given the name.
- When was the name Jerry most popular?
- Jerry peaked in 1940, reaching #14 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Jerry with classmates?
- Jerry will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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