Jeferson
Germanic · Boy · 3 syllables
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About the name Jeferson
The given name 'Jeferson' is a variant of 'Jefferson,' meaning "son of Jeffrey," derived from the Old German name 'Godfrey' (god + peace).
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Etymology
The given name 'Jeferson' is a variant of 'Jefferson,' meaning "son of Jeffrey," derived from the Old German name 'Godfrey' (god + peace). It is primarily used in Portuguese-speaking cultures, especially Brazil, where it gained popularity as a given name in the 20th century, often without direct historical or religious significance.
Jeferson currently ranks #5,492 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2008.
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