US Popularity Rank: 9212

Origin: German

Meaning: Pledge of peace; District; Traveler

If short and sweet rules, then this clever respelling is ready to steal your heart and throne! Jeffry is a boy's name inspired by Geoffrey, which means "pledge of peace," "district," and "traveler" in German. This classic name has been breaking records since the 1940s and, despite being common, still hasn't lost its magic. Perhaps its closest relative, Jeffrey, is better suited to your little munchkin, or Jeff or Jef, for short. Whichever form you choose, baby will take their namesake to heart and live a big life full of love and adventure. Some notable namesakes to inspire them include actors Jeffrey Dean Morgan and Jeffrey Donovan, and inventor Jeffrey Hawkins.