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What does the baby name Jermaine mean? Learn about what Jermaine means, its history & origin, popularity in our random name database, pronunciation, similar names, nicknames & spelling variations.
Jermaine - Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity
- Spelling of Jermaine
- J-E-R-M-A-I-N-E, is a 8-letter male given name.
- Pronunciation of Jermaine
- jər-MAYN
- jur MAYN
- Meaning of Jermaine
- Brotherly, from germany, brother.
- Origin of Jermaine
- The name 'Jermaine' has its origins in the French language. It is derived from the French name 'Germain', which itself comes from the Latin name 'Germanus'. 'Germanus' means 'brother' or 'sibling' in Latin.
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- Similar Names, Nicknames, & Spelling Variations of Jermaine
- Germain
- German
- Germane
- Germano
- Germayn
- Jarman
- Jermain
- Jerman
- Popularity of Jermaine
- The popularity of the name 'Jermaine' has varied over time. In the United States, it gained popularity in the mid-20th century and reached its peak in the 1970s. It was often given to boys of African American descent during this time. However, its usage has declined in recent years.
- Jermaine currently has 78 likes, and is in the top 5% of liked boy's names. The name Darin is slightly more popular than Jermaine.
Etymology of Jermaine
The name 'Jermaine' is derived from the Latin name 'Germanus', which means 'brother' or 'sibling'. The French form of this name, 'Germain', eventually evolved into 'Jermaine'.
Cultural Significance of Jermaine
The name 'Jermaine' does not hold significant cultural connotations. It is a name that has been used in various cultures, but it does not have specific cultural or religious associations.