Jeru
boy nameJeru entered the US charts in 1994, peaked at #6314 in 1998, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1994–2025
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rank today
#6314
peak (1998)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #7783 |
| 2000s | #11037 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Jeru are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Jeru alive today was born around 1998, making them about 27 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jeru in 2025?
- Jeru is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Jeru most popular?
- Jeru peaked in 1998, reaching #6314 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Jeru with classmates?
- Jeru will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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