Jeremy is an English form of Jeremiah. In the New Testament it is used in quotations or references associated with the prophet Jeremiah.
Definition
Jeremy is an English form of Jeremiah.
Biblical Usage
Jeremy is used in New Testament references and quotations associated with the prophet Jeremiah.
Historical Background
The name is a language form of Jeremiah rather than a separate biblical person in the supplied material.
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
the prophet Jeremiah. (Matthew 2:17; 27:9)
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>jer'-e-mi.</p><p>See JEREMIAH (general article).</p>