Jahred Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: JAR-ed //ˈdʒær.ɪd//
Origin: Hebrew; English
Meaning: Hebrew: God has been gracious; English: variant of Jared
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Jahred is believed to have roots in Hebrew, deriving from the name Yared (יָרֵד), which means "to descend" or "to bring down." This name appears in the biblical context as Yared, a figure mentioned in the genealogies of Genesis, specifically as the father of Enoch and a descendant of Adam. The Hebrew form was later transliterated into Greek as Iared and subsequently into Latin, which influenced various forms in European languages, including Old French and Middle English, before evolving into modern variants like Jahred.
Historically, Yared is noted in the biblical narrative as a significant ancestor in the lineage leading to Noah, placing him within the early genealogical framework of the Hebrew Bible. His mention in the Book of Genesis, which dates back to the 6th century BCE, highlights the importance of lineage and ancestry in ancient Hebrew culture.
The name has also been associated with the concept of descent, which carries symbolic weight in various cultural contexts, particularly in relation to heritage and familial legacy. Culturally, names derived from biblical figures often carry a sense of tradition and reverence, contributing to their endurance through generations.
The name Jahred, while less common, can be seen as a modern adaptation of Yared, reflecting a continuity of the original meaning and significance. The use of biblical names in various cultures has often been linked to religious practices and the desire to honor historical figures, thus reinforcing the cultural resonance of names like Jahred.
This connection to ancient texts and the values they embody has allowed such names to persist in various forms throughout history.
Famous people named Jahred
In this section, you will find notable people named Jahred. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Jahred who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Jahred Gumm is a musician best known for being the lead vocalist of the band Hollywood Undead.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jahred was first seen in the United States in 1989.
Jahred has ranked as high as #1273 nationally, which occurred in 1999, and has been most popular in California, and New York.
In the past 5 years the name Jahred has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Jahred is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Jahred was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Jahred (1999)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 | |
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Jahred.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2004 | 12 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2001 | 13 |
| 2000 | 14 |
| 1999 | 25 |
| 1998 | 14 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1989 | 5 |