Jerzy is a Polish masculine given name derived from the Polish word "Jerozolima", which means "Jerusalem". The name has been used in Poland since at least the Middle Ages and was traditionally given to boys born on Christmas Day or Easter Sunday.
The name Jerzy is associated with several notable historical figures, including Jerzy Kossowski (1908-2001), a Polish painter and graphic artist known for his portraits of famous people such as Pablo Picasso and Le Corbusier. Another prominent figure with the name Jerzy is Jerzy Grotowski (1933-1999), a Polish theatre director and theorist who was influential in the development of modern theater.
In popular culture, Jerzy has also been used as a character name in several works of fiction. For example, it appears in the novel "The Witcher" by Andrzej Sapkowski, which has since been adapted into a successful video game series.
Overall, the name Jerzy is rooted in Polish history and culture, with a rich heritage that spans centuries and crosses various disciplines. Despite its strong association with Poland, however, Jerzy remains an international name, appearing in diverse communities around the world.
The name Jerzey experienced its peak popularity between 2006 and 2009 with over 30 births per year during this period. However, there has been a steady decline since then, with fewer than 20 births recorded annually from 2010 onwards. The total number of births for the name Jerzey between 2001 and 2023 is 420.