8 Letter Girl Names

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Names that Peaked in 1942

<p>Jerrilyn is a feminine name that emerged as a modern elaboration of the name Jerry, combined with the popular feminine suffix '-lyn.' Jerry itself is traditionally a diminutive of Gerald or Jerome. Gerald comes from Germanic origins meaning 'rule of the spear,' while Jerome derives from Greek, meaning 'sacred name.' Jerrilyn gained modest popularity in America during the mid-20th century, particularly in the 1940s and 1950s, aligning with the trend of creating new feminine names by adding suffixes to masculine names. The name has a distinctly mid-century American feel, though it never reached widespread popularity. Jerrilyn offers the friendly, approachable quality of Jerry with a feminine twist, creating a name that balances familiarity with distinctiveness.</p>

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