Jersey
- Meaning
- Island place name; older derivation debated
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What does Jersey mean?
Jersey means “Island place name; older derivation debated”.
Jersey is a place name associated with the island in the English Channel and, through it, the US state of New Jersey. The island name's deeper origin is uncertain. A Norse explanation involving a personal name and an element for island is one proposal, rather than a settled translation that applies without qualification.
The spelling also brings the everyday English word for a knitted garment to mind. As a given name, Jersey can mark a family connection with either location, and it is used for boys and girls. A geographical story distinguishes that choice from simply liking the sound. Camden and Trenton share a New Jersey association but are separate names.
Nicknames & variations
No nicknames or variations are listed for Jersey yet.
How popular is Jersey?
United States · 2025Explore how often Jersey is used and how its ranking has changed.
- US girls rank
- #1,394 2025 · #1 is most popular
- Girls named Jersey
- 157 Recorded births in 2025
- Change in births
- 22.7% More than 2024
Jersey over time
United States · Girls
Recorded births
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Yearly data & usage
Rankings are calculated separately for girls and boys. The summary highlights girls, the most common recorded usage in 2025. Use the chart’s usage selector to explore both categories.
| Year | Usage | US rank | Births |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Boys | #2,732 | 47 |
| 2025 | Girls | #1,394 | 157 |
| 2024 | Boys | #2,541 | 53 |
| 2024 | Girls | #1,627 | 128 |
| 2023 | Boys | #2,673 | 49 |
| 2023 | Girls | #1,589 | 132 |
| 2022 | Boys | #2,362 | 60 |
| 2022 | Girls | #1,516 | 143 |
| 2021 | Boys | #2,939 | 42 |
| 2021 | Girls | #1,470 | 146 |
| 2020 | Boys | #2,335 | 58 |
| 2020 | Girls | #1,330 | 166 |
| 2019 | Boys | #2,606 | 50 |
| 2019 | Girls | #1,428 | 157 |
| 2018 | Boys | #3,832 | 28 |
| 2018 | Girls | #1,535 | 142 |
| 2017 | Boys | #4,167 | 25 |
| 2017 | Girls | #1,555 | 141 |
| 2016 | Boys | #7,851 | 10 |
| 2016 | Girls | #1,607 | 137 |
| 2015 | Boys | #8,335 | 9 |
| 2015 | Girls | #1,535 | 146 |
| 2014 | Boys | #7,268 | 11 |
| 2014 | Girls | #1,580 | 137 |
Years reflect available birth records. Missing records do not mean zero births.
Names like Jersey
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Avery
Unisex- Meaning
- Ruler of the elves
Shares an origin with Jersey.
Carter
Unisex- Meaning
- Transporter of goods by cart
Shares an origin with Jersey.
Riley
Unisex- Meaning
- Rye clearing (English); Irish surname origin uncertain
Shares an origin with Jersey.
Angel
Unisex- Meaning
- Angel; messenger
Shares an origin with Jersey.
Parker
Unisex- Meaning
- Park keeper
Shares an origin with Jersey.
River
Unisex- Meaning
- A flowing body of water
Shares an origin with Jersey.
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