Jeri is an American female given name, derived from Geraldine but often used independently. It emerged during the mid-20th century and gained popularity through its use by individuals such as Jeri Ryan, known for her role in Star Trek: Voyager.
The name Jeri saw a peak in popularity between the years of 1942 and 1959 with an average of around 15 births per year during this period. However, it experienced a significant decline starting from the late 1960s, with fewer than 10 births recorded annually since then. Overall, there were 377 babies named Jeri born between 1935 and 1990.