The baby name Jeremiah is a unisex name, 4 syllables long and is pronounced "juh-RYE-muh".
Jeremiah is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning "Yahweh will exalt". It is derived from the Hebrew name Yirmeyahu, which is composed of two elements: "yirme" meaning "exaltation" and "Yah" which is a shortened form of the name of God. The name Jeremiah is mentioned in the Bible as the name of a prophet who lived in the 7th century BC. He is known for his prophecies of the destruction of Jerusalem and the Babylonian exile.
The name Jeremiah has been used for centuries and has remained popular throughout history. It has been a popular name among Christians, Jews, and Muslims. In the United States, the name Jeremiah was most popular in the late 1990s and early 2000s. It is a unisex name, but it is more commonly given to boys. The name has several variations, including Jeremias, Jeremie, and Jeremy.
The pronunciation of Jeremiah is juh-RI-my-uh. The emphasis is on the second syllable. The name has a strong and powerful sound, which reflects the meaning of the name. Jeremiah is a name that has stood the test of time and has remained popular for centuries. It is a name that is associated with strength, wisdom, and prophecy.
Celebrities with the Name Jeremiah
Jeremiah Wright Jeremiah Wright is an American pastor and theologian, best known for his controversial sermons and his close relationship with former US President Barack Obama. He is the former pastor of the Trinity United Church of Christ in Chicago, which gained national attention during Obama's presidential campaign due to some of Wright's inflammatory remarks. Wright's most memorable achievements include his advocacy for black liberation theology and his work in promoting social justice and civil rights. |
Jeremiah Horrocks Jeremiah Horrocks was an English astronomer born in 1618. He is famous for being the first person to predict and observe the transit of Venus across the sun in 1639, an event that had only occurred twice before in recorded history. His other notable achievements include accurately calculating the distance between the Earth and the Moon and making observations of the stars that helped to advance the field of astronomy. |
Jeremiah Dixon Jeremiah Dixon was an English surveyor and astronomer who is famous for his work in helping to establish the Mason-Dixon line, a boundary between Maryland and Pennsylvania in the United States. He and his partner Charles Mason worked for four years to survey the line, which became a significant landmark in American history. Some of Dixon's most memorable achievements include his work on the Royal Observatory in Greenwich, London, his contributions to the Transit of Venus project, and his surveying work in England and Ireland. He was also a Fellow of the Royal Society and a respected member of the scientific community during his lifetime. |
Jeremiah M. Rusk Jeremiah M. Rusk was an American politician and soldier who served as the 15th governor of Wisconsin from 1882 to 1889. He was famous for his service during the American Civil War, where he rose to the rank of Colonel and served in the 25th Wisconsin Volunteer Infantry. Some of his most memorable achievements as governor include the creation of the Wisconsin State Historical Society and the establishment of the Wisconsin State Board of Health. |
Jeremiah S. Black Jeremiah S. Black was an American lawyer and politician who served as the 23rd United States Secretary of State from 1860 to 1861. He is famous for his role in the American Civil War era as well as his legal career. Some of his most notable achievements include serving as Attorney General under President James Buchanan and successfully representing the United States in the Alabama Claims case. |
Jeremiah S. Chechik Jeremiah S. Chechik is a Canadian film and television director who is best known for directing the hit 1990s movie "Benny & Joon" and the Christmas classic "National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation". He has also directed episodes of popular TV shows such as "Gossip Girl", "The Bronx is Burning" and "Helix". Chechik's memorable achievements include being nominated for a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Directing for a Drama Series for "The Bronx is Burning" and being inducted into the Canadian Film and Television Hall of Fame in 2015. |
Jeremiah Denton Jeremiah Denton was a United States Navy Rear Admiral and a former senator from Alabama. He is famous for being a prisoner of war in North Vietnam for over seven years, during which he blinked the word "torture" in Morse code during a televised interview. Denton was known for his bravery and resilience in captivity, and his advocacy for fellow prisoners of war upon his release. |