Jeremy is a popular given name of English origin, derived from the Latin name Hieronymus, which means "sacred" or "holy." The name was brought to England by the Normans after the Norman Conquest in 1066 and has been used consistently since then. Over time, it evolved into its current spelling, Jeremy. It is often shortened to Jerry as a nickname. Jeremy gained significant popularity in the mid-20th century and has remained a popular choice for parents ever since. Some notable individuals with this name include American actor Jeremy Renner, British musician Jeremy Jay, and Australian cricketer Jeremy Crouch.
"Jeremery was quite popular in 1986 with five babies bearing that name born during the year."