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Christian Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Jeremias

God will raise up

Pronunciation: juh-REM-ee-uhs (/dʒəˈrɛmiəs/)

Boy Name Biblical origin Popularity 65
Meaning
God will raise up
Origin
Biblical
Lucky Number
17
Lucky Day
Friday
Lucky Stone
Topaz
Life Path
8
Popularity Score
65
Language
English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin
Lucky Colors: GreenOrange

What does Jeremias mean?

In Hebrew, Jeremias means 'God will raise up'. This name is derived from the Hebrew word 'jiram', meaning 'exalted' or 'uplifted'. In the Bible, Jeremiah was a prophet who was called by God to deliver messages to the Israelites.

Jeremias in other languages & scripts

Hebrew
ירמיאס
ה' יקים, רם ה' הוא
Greek
Ιερεμίας
ο Θεός ιδρύει, ανυψώνει ο Θεός
Latin
Jeremias
Dominus exaltat, Deus statuit
English
Jeremias
The Lord exalts, God establishes

How to pronounce Jeremias

English pronunciation
juh-REM-ee-uhs
Biblical pronunciation
Yirmeyahu
IPA notation
/dʒəˈrɛmiəs/

Numerology & personality

People with the life path number 8 are often natural leaders, resourceful, and ambitious.

Associated Traits
CompassionateLoyalD = DevotedS = Spiritual

Spiritual & cultural context

Symbol of God's call and prophecy

The name Jeremias has had a significant cultural impact throughout history, particularly in the Jewish and Christian traditions. Jeremiah is one of the major prophets in the Old Testament, and his prophecies played a critical role in shaping the Jewish and Christian religions. Jeremiah's writings emphasize the importance of obedience to God, social justice, and the coming of the Messiah.

Scriptural & traditional roots

Biblical scripture: Book of Jeremiah (Jeremiah 1:1)

Popularity of Jeremias by region

Region Country Score Year
United Kingdom UK 80 2024
France FR 78 2024
Brazil BR 57 2024

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Frequently asked questions about Jeremias

What does Jeremias mean?
Jeremias is a Hebrew name that means 'God will raise up'.
Is Jeremias a Christianity name?
Yes, Jeremias is a popular name in Christianity, derived from the Hebrew prophet Jeremiah in the Bible.
How to pronounce Jeremias?
Jeremias is pronounced 'huh-REH-mee-ahs'.
Is Jeremias popular today?
Yes, Jeremias is a common name among Christians.
What is the origin of Jeremias?
Jeremias is a Hebrew name derived from the Hebrew word 'jiram', meaning 'exalted' or 'uplifted'.