Jeffrey
Meaning: Peaceful pledge, divine peace
Origin: Germanic/Old French
Gender: Boy
Rank in Australia: #86
Total births: 7,045
History: Jeffrey peaked in the 1970s in Australia. Jeff Kennett served as Victorian Premier and transformed Melbourne. Jeff Thomson bowled the fastest deliveries in cricket history. In Australia, Jeff means raw speed and political boldness.
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Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (1986) | #84 |
| Babies named Jeffrey in 1986 | 89 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 7,045 |
| Peak year | 1961 (332 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #30 |
| Years in records | 1952–1986 (35 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 5 spots |
Frequently asked about Jeffrey
What does the name Jeffrey mean?
Jeffrey means “Peaceful pledge, divine peace” from Germanic/Old French roots.
What is the origin of the name Jeffrey?
Jeffrey has Germanic/Old French origin. The traditional meaning is “Peaceful pledge, divine peace”.
How popular is Jeffrey in Australia?
Jeffrey ranked #84 in Australia in 1986 — given to 89 babies that year.
When was Jeffrey most popular?
Jeffrey peaked in 1961 with 332 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Jeffrey a boy or girl name?
Jeffrey is predominantly a boys' name in Australia — over 90% of Jeffreys in registered births are male.
How long has Jeffrey been recorded in Australia?
Jeffrey appears in birth records in Australia across 35 years — from 1952 through 1986.