Jeremiah, derived from the Hebrew name 'Yirmiyahu', is of Semitic origin and translates to 'May Jehovah exalt'. It was quite popular among Jews during biblical times, but its usage waned over centuries until it resurged in the late 19th century, particularly in the United States. Jeremiah has since maintained a steady presence among baby boy names in many English-speaking countries.
"Jeremiah saw a consistent popularity with 5 births each year in 2011 and 2012, resulting in a total of 10 newborns named Jeremiah."