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Jem: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

A precious gem, small but shining with brilliance.

Origin
English
Syllables
1
Current rank
#11369
Peak
#4323 in 1963

Trend: Rising, climbing the charts over the latest decade.

Popularity over time

Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)

1963: #432319632017: #113692017#1#11369

What Jem Means

Jem is a unisex name of English origin. A precious gem, small but shining with brilliance.

How Popular Jem Is

Jem currently ranks #11369 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #4323 in 1963. It is rising.

Good to Know About Jem

  • Jem has been gaining popularity in recent years.
  • Jem is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
  • It has a fresh, modern feel that appeals to today's parents.
  • With just one syllable, Jem is punchy and memorable, pairing well with longer middle names.

Names Like Jem

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Sibling Names for Jem

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Questions About Jem

What does Jem mean?

Jem is a unisex name of English origin. A precious gem, small but shining with brilliance.

How popular is Jem?

Jem currently ranks #11369 among name for any genders in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #4323 in 1963. It is rising.

Where does Jem come from?

Jem comes from English roots. Jem has been gaining popularity in recent years.

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