Jaeger Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationYAY-ger / /ˈjeɪɡər/German; English
Meaning
hunter (German); one who hunts (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
In German, 'Jaeger' directly translates to 'hunter' and has been used as a surname and given name, often associated with hunting traditions. In English, it has been adopted as a name reflecting the same meaning, emphasizing a connection to nature and outdoor pursuits.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Jäger
- Jaegor
International Variants
- Jäger (German)
- Jaeger (Dutch)
Famous people named Jaeger
Jaeger LeCoultre — luxury watchmaker.
Fictional characters named Jaeger
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jaeger was first seen in the United States in 1993. Jaeger has ranked as high as #1243 nationally, which occurred in 2002, and has been most popular in Washington, Minnesota, California, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Jaeger has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jaeger (2016)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 14 |
| 1995 | 13 |
| 1996 | 19 |
| 1997 | 22 |
| 1998 | 23 |
| 1999 | 20 |
| 2000 | 26 |
| 2001 | 42 |
| 2002 | 47 |
| 2003 | 30 |
| 2004 | 23 |
| 2005 | 29 |
| 2006 | 36 |
| 2007 | 36 |
| 2008 | 26 |
| 2009 | 24 |
| 2010 | 18 |
| 2011 | 32 |
| 2012 | 30 |
| 2013 | 29 |
| 2014 | 25 |
| 2015 | 31 |
| 2016 | 33 |
| 2017 | 28 |
| 2018 | 29 |
| 2019 | 20 |
| 2020 | 21 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 25 |
| 2023 | 24 |
| 2024 | 23 |