Jeffrey
Jeffrey is a boy name of Germanic, via French origin, meaning “Peace; possibly 'pledge of peace'”.
| Meaning | Peace; possibly 'pledge of peace' |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Germanic, via French |
| Pronunciation | JEF-ree |
| Tradition | Modern & Classic |
| Used in | United States, Canada, United Kingdom |
Meaning and origin of Jeffrey
Jeffrey is a spelling of Geoffrey, a Norman French name of Germanic origin. Its second part is generally taken as frid, 'peace', but the first part is disputed: it may be gawia 'territory', walah 'stranger' or gisil 'pledge'. The name is often confused with Godfrey. Geoffrey Chaucer is the best-known medieval bearer, and the spelling Jeffrey was hugely popular in America in the mid-twentieth century.
Is Jeffrey a religious name?
Jeffrey is not a biblical name and has no particular religious meaning today.
How popular is Jeffrey?
Very common among American men born from the 1950s to the 1980s; less often chosen now.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jeffrey mean?
Jeffrey means 'Peace; possibly 'pledge of peace''. It is of Germanic, via French origin.
Does Jeffrey have a religious meaning?
Jeffrey is not a biblical name and has no particular religious meaning today.
How do you pronounce Jeffrey?
Jeffrey is pronounced JEF-ree.
Is Jeffrey a boy or girl name?
Jeffrey is usually a boy name.