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Jerry

Short form of Jeremy, Gerald, and other names beginning with "Jer" or "Ger." Used as an independent name since before the turn of the 20th century. Influenced by comedian and actor Jerry Lewis, who began his career as Dean Martin's partner during the 1940s. After a successful film career, he began hosting the annual Labor Day telethon to raise money for the Muscular Dystrophy Association in 1966. Actor and comedian Jerry Seinfeld and television host Jerry Springer, have kept the name in front of parents. , holy

Origin: Greek; English

Gender: Unisex

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Famous Jerrys: Jerry West (basketball player); Jerry Garcia (singer/guitarist); Jerry Lee Lewis (musician); Tom and Jerry (animated series); Jerry Rice (football player); Jerry Cantrell (singer/guitarist); Add a Famous Jerry

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