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Jerry

Jerry is a gender-neutral baby name of British origin. Derived from the names Gerald, Jeremy, and Jerome, Jerry is a first name and nickname meaning “spear.” Spears are sharp weapons used for protection and battle. These pointy objects may be harmful to some, but they’re a symbol of power and pride to others. If you’re a fan of Greek mythology, you may also recognize the god Zeus and his famous lightning bolts as spears used against the Titans. From myths to the battleground, baby Jerry will be a force to be reckoned with.
British Male
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Meaning

Spear

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Pronunciation

JER-ee

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Compatibility

Jerry pairs well with classic and traditional sibling names. It also works nicely as a strong middle name choice. This British name fits in well with a variety of cultural backgrounds and styles.

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Famous Personalities

Notable people who share the name.

Portrait of Jerry Springer

Jerry Springer

TV Host

Born: February 13, 1944 · London, England

Portrait of Jerry Lewis

Jerry Lewis

Actor, Comedian, Singer, Filmmaker

Born: March 16, 1926 · Newark, New Jersey, USA

Portrait of Jerry Seinfeld

Jerry Seinfeld

Comedian

Born: April 29, 1954 · Brooklyn, New York, USA

Portrait of Jerry Mathers

Jerry Mathers

Actor

Born: June 2, 1948 · Sioux City, Iowa, USA

Portrait of Jerry Garcia

Jerry Garcia

Musician

Born: August 1, 1942 · San Francisco, California, USA

Portrait of Jerry Lee Lewis

Jerry Lee Lewis

Musician

Born: September 29, 1935 · Ferriday, Louisiana, USA

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Regional Variations & Spellings

Alternative Spellings

  • Jerry Original form
  • Džeri Czech
  • Джерри Russian
  • Arabic
  • Chinese
  • Japanese
  • Korean
  • Hindi
  • Georgian

Cultural Adaptations

  • جيري (Jerry) Arabic
  • 杰瑞 (Jerry) Chinese
  • ジェリー (Jerry) Japanese
  • 제리 (Jerry) Korean
  • जेरी (Jerry) Hindi
  • ჯერი (Jerry) Georgian

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Frequently Asked Questions about Jerry

What does Jerry mean?
Spear
What is the origin of Jerry?
Jerry has British origins.
Is Jerry popular?
Jerry has been viewed 197 times and saved to favorites 0 times by our community.
What are similar names to Jerry?
Similar names include Odessa, Xavi, Asa, Kwame, Zuberi.
How do you pronounce Jerry?
Jerry is pronounced JER-ee.

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