Jager Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationYAY-ger / /ˈjeɪɡər/German; Dutch
Meaning
hunter (German); to hunt (Dutch)
Historical & Cultural Background
In German, 'Jager' is derived from 'jagen,' meaning to hunt, and historically refers to a hunter or gamekeeper. In Dutch, it carries a similar meaning, emphasizing the act of hunting, often associated with outdoor life and nature.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Jaeger
- Jäger
International Variants
- Jaeger (German)
- Jäger (German)
- Jager (Dutch)
Famous people named Jager
Jager (surname) — various notable individuals.
Fictional characters named Jager
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jager was first seen in the United States in 1992. Jager has ranked as high as #1255 nationally, which occurred in 2001, and has been most popular in Minnesota, Michigan, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Jager has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jager (2014)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 12 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 13 |
| 1999 | 16 |
| 2000 | 13 |
| 2001 | 44 |
| 2002 | 27 |
| 2003 | 30 |
| 2004 | 28 |
| 2005 | 16 |
| 2006 | 27 |
| 2007 | 29 |
| 2008 | 27 |
| 2009 | 18 |
| 2010 | 30 |
| 2011 | 30 |
| 2012 | 15 |
| 2013 | 15 |
| 2014 | 19 |
| 2015 | 14 |
| 2016 | 23 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2018 | 18 |
| 2019 | 11 |
| 2020 | 13 |
| 2021 | 17 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 9 |
| 2024 | 14 |