Jeffery Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Jeffery

"A male given name from the Germanic languages, variant of Geoffrey."

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 1962 👥 231,703 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
A male given name from the Germanic languages, variant of Geoffrey.
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
231,703
Life Path
Number 3

📖 What Does Jeffery Mean?

Jeffery is a given name or a surname. As a surname, it is a Cornish variant of the more commonly spelled given name Jeffrey.

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Jeffery is a given name or a surname. As a surname, it is a Cornish variant of the more commonly spelled given name Jeffrey.

Root Element
Jeffery
Core Meaning
"A male given name from the Germanic languages, variant of Geoffrey."
Language

🔢 Numerology of Jeffery

J 1
E 5
F 6
F 6
E 5
R 9
Y 7
SUM 3
3
Life Path
Creativity & Expression
1
Soul Urge
Independence & Leadership
11
Personality
Intuition & Insight

Life Path 3 — Creativity & Expression: Charismatic, artistic, and highly communicative.

📊 Jeffery in Numbers

231,703 US bearers
1962 Peak year
Predominantly Male Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Jeffery" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "A male given name from the Germanic languages, variant of Geoffrey.".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~231,703 people named Jeffery in the US. Peaked in 1962 with 9,330 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Jeffery?

The Life Path number for Jeffery is 3, associated with Creativity & Expression. Soul Urge: 1. Personality: 11.

Is Jeffery a boy or girl name?

Jeffery is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 99% male and 1% female.

How many people are named Jeffery in the US?

Approximately 231,703 people in the United States are named Jeffery. The name peaked in 1962 with 9,330 recorded uses.

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