Jeren
Gender-neutral name · English · Hebrew
Jeren is an English and Hebrew gender-neutral name. English names tend to be easy to say and spell, which helps them travel well. It sounds crisp and confident, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. It suits a boy or a girl equally well.
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- Scrabble scoreIf names were allowed in Scrabble, Jeren would score 12 points, thanks largely to the J (worth 8).
- GenerationJeren peaked in 1987, which makes it a Millennial name. The typical Jeren you'd meet today is about 38 years old.
- HistoryJeren first shows up in US birth records in 1979, the first year at least 5 babies got it. It has been in use for 46 years since.
US births per million boys, 1979–2025
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Popularity: U.S. Social Security Administration (babies with 5+ births per year).
About the name Jeren
Jeren is a gender-neutral name of English and Hebrew origin. Its two syllables give it an easy rhythm, and the consonant at the end gives it a confident finish. It hit its peak in the 1980s, so it feels familiar without being trendy. It's rarely heard today, so it stands out while still being a real, established name. It works for a boy or a girl, which suits parents who'd like a name that doesn't signal gender.
Origin:English namesHebrew names
Other spellings of Jeren
More English names
- Girl name: Olivia · olive tree
- Girl name: Charlotte · free
- Boy name: Oliver · olive tree
- Boy name: Henry · ruler of the home
- Unisex name: James · supplanter
- Boy name: William · resolute protector
- Boy name: Benjamin · son of the right hand
- Boy name: Jack · God is gracious
Questions about the name Jeren
What is the origin of the name Jeren?
Jeren is English and Hebrew in origin. Names often travel between languages and cultures, which is why Jeren turns up in more than one tradition. Other English names to consider are Olivia (“olive tree”), Charlotte (“free”), Oliver (“olive tree”) and Henry (“ruler of the home”).
Is Jeren a boy or girl name?
Both. Jeren is a true gender-neutral name used for boys and girls. That balance makes it a good pick if you'd like a name that doesn't signal gender.
How popular is the name Jeren?
Jeren is rare: fewer than 5 US boys got it in 2025, and it was last given to 5 or more in 2023. It peaked at #3,201 in 1987, so it's a name with history that few kids share today.
What names are similar to Jeren?
If you like Jeren, you might also like Jerren. Jerren is another spelling of the same name.
What should I know before naming my baby Jeren?
Jeren is an English and Hebrew gender-neutral name. English names tend to be easy to say and spell, which helps them travel well. It sounds crisp and confident, it's easy to spell and quick to call across a playground, and it pairs well with middle names of almost any length. It suits a boy or a girl equally well. Say it out loud with your last name and any middle names you're considering, and check the initials it makes.