Origin and Meaning of Jermia

Exalted or uplifted

Origin: Hebrew - Jermia is a variant of Jeremiah, which comes from the Hebrew name Yirmiyahu, meaning 'Yahweh will uplift'.

• Jermia is less common than its parent name Jeremiah but carries a similar cultural and historical weight.
• The name has seen variations in use across different cultures, particularly among African American communities as a modern interpretation.
• Notable figures with the name Jeremiah, from which Jermia derives, include Jeremiah the prophet from the Hebrew Bible.
• Popularity for the name Jermia is relatively low, but it can surge in specific regions or communities, especially in the U.S.
• Related names include Jeremiah, Jeremi, and variations like Jermiah and Jermy.