Brother; from Germany
A variant of Germain, derived from the Latin name Germanus. It historically meant 'brother' or 'from the same bud,' but also came to denote someone from the region of Germany. It gained significant popularity in the United States during the 1970s and 80s.
Less common today
Jermaine isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #306 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Singer and member of The Jackson 5
Rapper known professionally as J. Cole
Grammy-winning record producer and songwriter
Six-time NBA All-Star basketball player
English former professional footballer
Actor and comedian, half of Flight of the Conchords
