Origin:
English
Greek
Hebrew
Sex:Male
Unisex Name?No
Meaning:Diminutive of Jeremiah: May Jehovah exalt. Exalted of the Lord. Jeremiah was a 7th century prophet and the author of the book of Lamentations in the Old Testament. Used commonly in Ireland.
Soul Urge:People with the name Jerry have a deep inner desire for travel and adventure, and want to set their own pace in life without being governed by tradition.
Expression:People with the name Jerry tend to be orderly and dedicated to building their lives on a solid foundation of order and service. They value truth, justice, and discipline, and may be quick-tempered with those who do not. Their practical nature makes them good at managing and saving money, and at building things in the material world. Because of their focus on order and practicality, they may seem overly cautious and conservative at times.