Jeffery
Meaning: Peaceful pledge, divine peace
Origin: Germanic/Old French
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #252
Total births: 668
History: Jeffery peaked in the 1970s as an alternate spelling in Australia. The variant represents the Australian love of putting personal touches on standard names.
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| Current rank (1963) | #96 |
| Babies named Jeffery in 1963 | 64 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 668 |
| Peak year | 1961 (77 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #87 |
| Years in records | 1952–1963 (10 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 9 spots |
Frequently asked about Jeffery
What does the name Jeffery mean?
Jeffery means “Peaceful pledge, divine peace” from Germanic/Old French roots.
What is the origin of the name Jeffery?
Jeffery has Germanic/Old French origin. The traditional meaning is “Peaceful pledge, divine peace”.
How popular is Jeffery in Australia?
Jeffery ranked #96 in Australia in 1963 — given to 64 babies that year.
When was Jeffery most popular?
Jeffery peaked in 1961 with 77 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Jeffery a boy or girl name?
Jeffery is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Jefferys in registered births are male.
How long has Jeffery been recorded in Australia?
Jeffery appears in birth records in Australia across 10 years — from 1952 through 1963.