Jarad Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: JAR-əd //ˈdʒɛrəd//
Origin: Hebrew; English
Meaning: Hebrew: 'to descend'; English: variant of Jared
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Jarad has its roots in Hebrew, derived from the name Yared (יָרֶד), which means "to descend" or "to bring down." This name appears in the Hebrew Bible, where Yared is a notable figure mentioned in the genealogies of Genesis, specifically as a descendant of Adam and the father of Enoch. The name's journey into English can be traced through various linguistic transformations, moving from Hebrew to Greek, where it was rendered as Iared, and then into Latin as Jaredus.
The name eventually made its way into Old French before being adopted into Middle English, where it took on its current form, Jarad. Historically, the name gained prominence in the context of biblical narratives, particularly during the early centuries of the Common Era when the Hebrew scriptures were translated into Greek and Latin.
The King James Bible, published in 1611, also contributed to the name's visibility in English-speaking cultures, as it retained the name Jared in its genealogical listings. The biblical figure associated with the name is often recognized for his long lifespan and his connection to Enoch, who is noted for his righteousness and eventual ascension to heaven, further enhancing the name's spiritual significance.
Culturally, Jarad has been associated with themes of descent and lineage, reflecting the importance of ancestry in biblical traditions. The name has also been linked to various interpretations of humility and the act of bringing down, which can symbolize a connection to the earth or a grounding presence.
While diminutive forms or variations of the name, such as Jared, have emerged, the original form retains its historical and cultural weight, reflecting a lineage that has endured through centuries of religious and linguistic evolution.
Famous people named Jarad
In this section, you will find notable people named Jarad. 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 Jarad who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
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Jarad Higgins, known professionally as Juice WRLD, was a rapper and singer best known for Lucid Dreams, All Girls Are the Same, and Legends.
Jarad Kushner is a businessman best known for his role in the Trump administration and as a senior advisor to Donald Trump.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jarad was first seen in the United States in 1969.
Jarad has ranked as high as #1896 nationally, which occurred in 1983, and has been most popular in Pennsylvania, California, Texas, New York, and Ohio.
In the past 5 years the name Jarad has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Jarad 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 Jarad was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
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 Jarad.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 13 | 13 |
| 2024 | 18 | 18 |
| 2023 | 14 | 14 |
| 2022 | 15 | 15 |
| 2021 | 18 | 18 |
| 2020 | 12 | 12 |
| 2015 | 7 | 7 |
| 2011 | 7 | 7 |
| 2009 | 8 | 8 |
| 2008 | 9 | 9 |
| 2007 | 7 | 7 |
| 2006 | 11 | 11 |
| 2005 | 8 | 8 |
| 2004 | 10 | 10 |
| 2003 | 17 | 17 |
| 2002 | 10 | 10 |
| 2001 | 30 | 30 |
| 2000 | 36 | 36 |
| 1999 | 51 | 51 |
| 1998 | 58 | 58 |
| 1997 | 42 | 42 |
| 1996 | 57 | 57 |
| 1995 | 43 | 43 |
| 1994 | 53 | 53 |
| 1993 | 70 | 70 |
| 1992 | 54 | 54 |
| 1991 | 65 | 65 |
| 1990 | 82 | 82 |
| 1989 | 95 | 95 |
| 1988 | 108 | 108 |
| 1987 | 102 | 102 |
| 1986 | 79 | 79 |
| 1985 | 80 | 80 |
| 1984 | 89 | 89 |
| 1983 | 115 | 115 |
| 1982 | 100 | 100 |
| 1981 | 101 | 101 |
| 1980 | 90 | 90 |
| 1979 | 78 | 78 |
| 1978 | 73 | 73 |
| 1977 | 57 | 57 |
| 1976 | 60 | 60 |
| 1975 | 33 | 33 |
| 1974 | 28 | 28 |
| 1973 | 22 | 22 |
| 1972 | 16 | 16 |
| 1971 | 12 | 12 |
| 1970 | 8 | 8 |
| 1969 | 7 | 7 |
Top States for Jarad (2000)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 5 |