Jeffary is an uncommon yet distinctive given name, derived from the French Jeffrey, which itself stems from the Old German 'Gefrey'. The name carries a certain elegance and uniqueness due to its rarity in popular usage. It is composed of two elements: 'Ge', meaning 'pledge' or 'peace', and '-frey', derived from 'Fried', meaning 'peaceful'. Thus, Jeffary can be interpreted as meaning 'pledged to peace' or 'bringer of peace'. While it is not widely used today, it adds a touch of historical charm and individuality to those who bear it.
The name Jeffary peaked in popularity in the mid-1960s with a total of 35 births recorded between 1962 and 1972, reaching its highest point in 1964 with 7 births that year.