Jeremias
Meaning of Jeremias
Jeremias is a traditional male name with biblical origins. It is a variant of the name Jeremiah, which means "the Lord exalts" or "appointed by God." In English, Jeremias is pronounced as juh-REH-my-uhs (/dʒəˈrɛmɪəs/), while in Spanish it is pronounced as heh-reh-MEE-ahs (/xeˈre.mi.as/). The popularity of the name Jeremias has fluctuated over the years in the United States, but it has maintained a steady presence. While not among the most popular names, Jeremias consistently ranks within the top 1000 names for boys. Its usage peaked in the early 2000s and has remained relatively stable since then. With its timeless appeal and strong biblical association, Jeremias is an excellent choice for parents seeking a meaningful and distinctive name for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
Spanish
- Pronunced as heh-reh-MEE-ahs (/xeˈre.mi.as/)
English
- Pronunced as juh-REH-my-uhs (/dʒəˈrɛmɪəs/)
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Notable People Named Jeremias
| Jeremias Frederik Ziervogel M.L.A. was a founding member of the Cape Parliament and a prominent figure in fighting the Eastern Province Separatist League in South Africa. |
| Albert Bitzius, known by his pen name Jeremias Gotthelf, was a renowned Swiss novelist. |
| Jeremias Nicolas Ponce is an Argentine professional boxer. |
| Jeremias Friedrich Reuß was a German theologian and the father of Jeremias David Reuß, a renowned philologist and librarian. |
| Jeremias Carlos David is a Dutch footballer known for his role as a forward, most recently playing for NWC Asten. |
| Jeremias Lorch is a German professional footballer known for his role as a midfielder at FC Viktoria Köln. |
| Jeremías Emanuel Caggiano is an Argentine football striker currently playing for Deportivo Español. |
