Jerisha Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Jerisha

"Jarisha was a Palestinian Arab village located 200 meters (660 ft) from the ancient site of Tell Jarisha, on the south bank of Al-Awja"

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Female 📈 Peak 1993 👥 60 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
Jarisha was a Palestinian Arab village located 200 meters (660 ft) from the ancient site of Tell Jarisha, on the south bank of Al-Awja
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
60
Life Path
Number 7

📖 What Does Jerisha Mean?

Jarisha was a Palestinian Arab village located 200 meters (660 ft) from the ancient site of Tell Jarisha, on the south bank of Al-Awja. After the establishment of Tel Aviv, it was one of five Arab villages to fall within its municipal boundaries. Jarisha was depopulated in the lead up to the 1948 Arab-Israeli war.

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Jarisha was a Palestinian Arab village located 200 meters (660 ft) from the ancient site of Tell Jarisha, on the south bank of Al-Awja. After the establishment of Tel Aviv, it was one of five Arab villages to fall within its municipal boundaries. Jarisha was depopulated in the lead up to the 1948 Arab-Israeli war.

Root Element
Jerisha
Core Meaning
"Jarisha was a Palestinian Arab village located 200 meters (660 ft) from the ancient site of Tell Jarisha, on the south bank of Al-Awja"
Language

🔢 Numerology of Jerisha

J 1
E 5
R 9
I 9
S 1
H 8
A 1
SUM 7
7
Life Path
Wisdom & Introspection
6
Soul Urge
Nurturing & Responsibility
1
Personality
Independence & Leadership

Life Path 7 — Wisdom & Introspection: Analytical, spiritual, and truth-seeking.

📊 Jerisha in Numbers

60 US bearers
1993 Peak year
Predominantly Female Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Jerisha" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "Jarisha was a Palestinian Arab village located 200 meters (660 ft) from the ancient site of Tell Jarisha, on the south bank of Al-Awja".

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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)

~60 people named Jerisha in the US. Peaked in 1993 with 9 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Jerisha?

The Life Path number for Jerisha is 7, associated with Wisdom & Introspection. Soul Urge: 6. Personality: 1.

Is Jerisha a boy or girl name?

Jerisha is Predominantly Female. Based on US data, 0% male and 100% female.

How many people are named Jerisha in the US?

Approximately 60 people in the United States are named Jerisha. The name peaked in 1993 with 9 recorded uses.

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