Jeremy is of English origin, derived from the Middle English 'Sirname', which was used to denote a person from Ireland or Scotland. The name gained popularity during the medieval period and has since become a staple in many English-speaking countries. It is pronounced as /ˈdʒerimi/ in the UK and /ˈdʒɛrimi/ in the United States, with the emphasis on the first syllable. Jeremy is often associated with notable figures such as British politician Jeremy Corbyn and American actor Jeremy Renner. In popular culture, it has been used in characters like Jeremy "Jez" Stone from the television series "Dexter".
"Jeremy has seen exactly six babies named after him each year since its peak in 1976."