Jerid is a unisex given name of Hebrew origin, meaning "to sing" or "song". It is often used as a shortened form of names like Jeremy or Jeremiah. The name has gained popularity in recent years due to its unique sound and brevity. In the United States, it has been most popular for boys, but it can also be given to girls. Some notable figures with this name include American football player Jerid Bailey and Canadian musician Jerid Morris.
The name Jerid experienced notable fluctuations in popularity throughout the given years, with a significant peak occurring between 1985 and 1989, reaching its highest point in 1989 with 51 births. However, it appears that this name has become less popular in recent years, with only single-digit numbers of births recorded since 2006.