Jerry vs John
Jerry
Gender: boy
Origin: Germanic
Meaning: Spear ruler
Peak: 1941 (1.34%)
John
Gender: boy
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: God is gracious
Peak: 1880 (8.15%)
Popularity Comparison
| Year | Jerry | John |
|---|---|---|
| 1880 | 0.11% | 8.15% |
| 1890 | 0.09% | 7.10% |
| 1900 | 0.13% | 6.06% |
| 1910 | 0.12% | 5.49% |
| 1920 | 0.10% | 5.17% |
| 1930 | 0.34% | 4.64% |
| 1940 | 1.28% | 4.62% |
| 1950 | 0.84% | 4.37% |
| 1960 | 0.55% | 3.51% |
| 1970 | 0.39% | 3.07% |
| 1980 | 0.17% | 1.90% |
| 1990 | 0.10% | 1.35% |
| 2000 | 0.06% | 0.96% |
FAQ
Is Jerry or John more popular?
John has historically been more popular. Jerry peaked in 1941 while John peaked in 1880.
What do Jerry and John mean?
Jerry means "Spear ruler" while John means "God is gracious".