Jermal
Jermal is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Beauty or elegance (derived via association with Jamal).
Origin and history
Jermal is a modern American name created as a phonetic variant of Jamal or Jermaine. It emerged in the late 20th century in the United States and remains relatively rare. The name is typically given to boys and offers a distinct, rhythmic sound.
Popularity in the United States
754 babies in the United States have been named Jermal since 1880. It ranks #3922 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1911.
States where it is most popular
- NY (63.3 %)
- IL (36.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 19 |
| 1970-1980 | 166 |
| 1980-1990 | 231 |
| 1990-2000 | 191 |
| 2000-2010 | 101 |
| 2010-2019 | 30 |
| 2020-2029 | 16 |
Fun facts
- Jermal blends the prefix sound of Jermaine with the ending sound and rhythm of Jamal.
- The name experienced its highest level of usage in the United States during the late 1970s through the 1990s.