Origin and Meaning of Jersiah

God will uplift

Origin: Hebrew - Derived from the Hebrew name 'Jeremiah', which combines 'Yah' (the Lord) with 'ramah' (to uplift).

• The name Jersiah is a variant of Jeremiah and has gained popularity in recent years, particularly in the United States.
• Jersiah is often used in African American communities and is seen as a modern, creative adaptation of classic biblical names.
• Notable bearers are few, but the name is sometimes seen in popular culture, especially among contemporary authors and musicians.
• While Jersiah is not as common as other biblical names, it has been slowly rising in popularity as a distinctive choice for boys.
• Other variations of the name include Jeremiah, Jeriah, and the feminine variants such as Jersiah's sister name, Jershika.