Jarmon Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: JAR-mun //ˈdʒɑːrmən//
Origin: English; Hebrew
Meaning: English: Variant of German; Hebrew: To be exalted
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Jarmon is believed to have roots in the Old French name "Germain," which itself derives from the Latin "Germanus," meaning "brother" or "related." The Latin term is thought to have originated from the Proto-Indo-European root *gʰer-, which conveys the idea of being a brother or a member of a family. The name made its way into English through the Norman Conquest of England in the 11th century, where it was adopted and adapted into various forms, including Jarmon.
Historically, the name Germain has been associated with several notable figures, including Saint Germain, a 5th-century bishop of Paris, who was canonized and became a significant religious figure in early medieval Christianity. His feast day is celebrated on May 28th, and he is often invoked for protection against plagues and diseases.
The name's association with this saint contributed to its usage in medieval Europe, particularly in France and England, where variants of the name were common. Culturally, the name Jarmon and its variants have been linked to themes of kinship and familial bonds, reflecting the etymological meaning of brotherhood.
This connection has allowed the name to resonate within various communities, emphasizing the importance of family ties and relationships throughout history. While diminutive forms such as Germy or Jerry have emerged, Jarmon itself has maintained a distinct identity, reflecting its historical roots and cultural significance.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jarmon was first seen in the United States in 1975.
Jarmon has ranked as high as #1155 nationally, which occurred in 1986, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Jarmon has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Jarmon 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 Jarmon was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Jarmon
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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 Jarmon.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1986 | 11 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1975 | 5 |