Jeffrey
Meaning of Jeffrey
The name Jeffrey is a classic male given name with rich historical roots and enduring appeal. Pronounced JEFF-ree (/ˈdʒefri/), Jeffrey is derived from the Germanic name "Godfrey," which means "peaceful pledge" or "divine peace." Over the years, it has evolved through various forms, including the Old French "Geoffroi" and the medieval English "Geoffrey." Common variations of the name include Jeff and Geoffrey. In terms of popularity, Jeffrey saw its peak in the United States during the mid-20th century, particularly in 1962 when it ranked 10th in popularity. Although its usage has declined since then, Jeffrey remains a respected and well-loved name. The name evokes associations with notable figures such as Jeffrey Archer, a renowned British author, and Jeff Bridges, an acclaimed American actor. Whether chosen for its historical significance or its timeless charm, Jeffrey continues to be a strong and dependable choice for baby boys today.
Pronunciation
British English
- Pronunced as JEFF-ree (/ˈdʒefri/)
American English
- Pronunced as JEFF-ree (/ˈdʒɛfri/)
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Notable People Named Jeffrey
| Jeffrey Epstein was an American financier and sex offender known for his elite social circle and involvement in sexual abuse. |
| Jeffrey Adam Rosen is an American lawyer who served as the acting United States attorney general and deputy attorney general, as well as holding positions at the Department of Justice and the Department of Transportation. |
| Frank Jeffrey Edson Smart was an expatriate Australian painter celebrated for his precise and playful urban landscape paintings. |
| Jeffrey Katzenberg is a prominent American film producer and media proprietor known for his work at Walt Disney Studios, co-founding DreamWorks Animation, and founding the venture capital firm WndrCo and the short-lived Quibi platform. |
| Jeffrey Hunter was an American actor and producer, famous for his roles in films like The Searchers and King of Kings, as well as for portraying Captain Christopher Pike in the original pilot episode of Star Trek. |
| Jeffrey Ross Toobin is an American lawyer, author, blogger, and former legal analyst for CNN. |
| Jeffrey Moussaieff Masson is an American author known for his controversial conclusions about Sigmund Freud and psychoanalysis, as well as his advocacy for veganism and animal rights. |
| Jeffrey Kent Eugenides is an accomplished American author known for his novels The Virgin Suicides, Middlesex, and The Marriage Plot, with Middlesex winning the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 2003. |
| Jeffrey Wright is an acclaimed American actor known for his roles in HBO's Angels in America, Boardwalk Empire, and Westworld, and has received several prestigious awards. |
| Jeffrey Dean Morgan is an American actor known for his roles in The Walking Dead, Supernatural, Grey's Anatomy, and various films. |
| Jeffrey Catherine Jones was a renowned American artist known for her cover art for over 150 books and her transition to female in 1998. |
| Jeffrey Rosen is an American academic and commentator on legal affairs, known for his extensive publications on legal issues and constitutional law, and currently serving as the president and CEO of the National Constitution Center in Philadelphia. |
| Jeffrey Donovan is an American actor known for his roles in Burn Notice, Hitch, and various other films and television series. |
| Jeffrey Nels Williams is a retired United States Army officer and NASA astronaut, known for his four space flights and the record for the longest time spent in space by an American man. |
| Jeffrey Robert Lurie is an American businessman and the owner of the Philadelphia Eagles, also known for his work as a film producer. |
