Jared Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJAR-ed / /ˈdʒɛrəd/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: 'to descend' or 'to flow down'; English: derived from the Hebrew name
Historical & Cultural Background
Jared is a name of Hebrew origin, appearing in the Old Testament as a descendant of Adam. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries. The name gained popularity in the United States during the 20th century and has remained a recognizable choice for boys.
Trend Summary
Jared has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the 1990s and early 2000s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jarod
- Jarett
International Variants
- Jared (English)
- Jared (Spanish)
Famous people named Jared
Jared Kushner is an American investor and real estate developer, known for his role as a senior advisor to former President Donald Trump.
Jared Leto is an American actor and musician, recognized for his work in films such as 'Dallas Buyers Club' and as the lead vocalist of the band Thirty Seconds to Mars.
Jared Goff is an American football quarterback, known for his time with the Los Angeles Rams in the NFL.
Jared Diamond is an American geographer and author, famous for his book 'Guns, Germs, and Steel'.
Fictional characters named Jared
Jared is a character in the 'The Last Kids on Earth' series, known for his adventurous spirit.
Jared is a character in the video game 'The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild', serving as a member of the Gerudo tribe.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jared was first seen in the United States in 1881. Jared has ranked as high as #91 nationally, which occurred in 1998, and has been most popular in California, New York, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Jared has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jared (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 131 | |
| CA | 102 | |
| NY | 70 | |
| FL | 59 | |
| VA | 29 | |
| NC | 29 | |
| IN | 25 | |
| TN | 24 | |
| GA | 19 | |
| PA | 19 | |
| AZ | 17 | |
| OH | 17 | |
| UT | 16 | |
| MA | 15 | |
| MD | 14 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1881 | 5 |
| 1891 | 5 |
| 1910 | 5 |
| 1912 | 6 |
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1914 | 6 |
| 1915 | 15 |
| 1916 | 12 |
| 1917 | 15 |
| 1918 | 12 |
| 1919 | 11 |
| 1920 | 11 |
| 1921 | 11 |
| 1922 | 8 |
| 1923 | 15 |
| 1924 | 19 |
| 1925 | 11 |
| 1926 | 11 |
| 1927 | 18 |
| 1928 | 18 |
| 1929 | 16 |
| 1930 | 24 |
| 1931 | 20 |
| 1932 | 18 |
| 1933 | 14 |
| 1934 | 16 |
| 1935 | 23 |
| 1936 | 25 |
| 1937 | 38 |
| 1938 | 46 |
| 1939 | 43 |
| 1940 | 34 |
| 1941 | 50 |
| 1942 | 44 |
| 1943 | 49 |
| 1944 | 41 |
| 1945 | 36 |
| 1946 | 44 |
| 1947 | 44 |
| 1948 | 50 |
| 1949 | 46 |
| 1950 | 64 |
| 1951 | 54 |
| 1952 | 57 |
| 1953 | 60 |
| 1954 | 90 |
| 1955 | 67 |
| 1956 | 80 |
| 1957 | 73 |
| 1958 | 79 |
| 1959 | 73 |
| 1960 | 62 |
| 1961 | 74 |
| 1962 | 76 |
| 1963 | 89 |
| 1964 | 81 |
| 1965 | 99 |
| 1966 | 258 |
| 1967 | 348 |
| 1968 | 519 |
| 1969 | 686 |
| 1970 | 748 |
| 1971 | 1,073 |
| 1972 | 1,258 |
| 1973 | 1,591 |
| 1974 | 2,005 |
| 1975 | 2,556 |
| 1976 | 2,930 |
| 1977 | 3,737 |
| 1978 | 3,847 |
| 1979 | 4,670 |
| 1980 | 5,206 |
| 1981 | 5,865 |
| 1982 | 6,263 |
| 1983 | 5,853 |
| 1984 | 5,685 |
| 1985 | 5,883 |
| 1986 | 6,118 |
| 1987 | 6,206 |
| 1988 | 6,210 |
| 1989 | 7,018 |
| 1990 | 6,643 |
| 1991 | 6,214 |
| 1992 | 5,867 |
| 1993 | 6,065 |
| 1994 | 5,875 |
| 1995 | 5,885 |
| 1996 | 5,821 |
| 1997 | 6,682 |
| 1998 | 7,462 |
| 1999 | 7,276 |
| 2000 | 7,324 |
| 2001 | 6,434 |
| 2002 | 4,837 |
| 2003 | 3,942 |
| 2004 | 3,178 |
| 2005 | 2,924 |
| 2006 | 2,976 |
| 2007 | 2,602 |
| 2008 | 2,046 |
| 2009 | 1,754 |
| 2010 | 1,443 |
| 2011 | 1,304 |
| 2012 | 1,200 |
| 2013 | 1,148 |
| 2014 | 1,191 |
| 2015 | 1,010 |
| 2016 | 833 |
| 2017 | 845 |
| 2018 | 890 |
| 2019 | 911 |
| 2020 | 845 |
| 2021 | 805 |
| 2022 | 857 |
| 2023 | 971 |
| 2024 | 828 |