Jarell Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationjah-REL / /dʒəˈrɛl/English; African American
Meaning
English: Variant of Gerald; African American: Strong
Historical & Cultural Background
Jarell is a modern name that has gained popularity in English-speaking countries, particularly within African American communities. It is often seen as a creative variation of traditional names like Gerald. The name reflects a trend of unique and personalized naming practices that have emerged in recent decades.
Trend Summary
Jarell has seen a moderate rise in popularity in the United States since the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jarell
- Jarel
International Variants
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Famous people named Jarell
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jarell was first seen in the United States in 1974. Jarell has ranked as high as #1275 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in New York, California, Illinois, Florida, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Jarell has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jarell (2019)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1977 | 10 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 13 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1981 | 14 |
| 1982 | 30 |
| 1983 | 27 |
| 1984 | 41 |
| 1985 | 80 |
| 1986 | 77 |
| 1987 | 82 |
| 1988 | 82 |
| 1989 | 99 |
| 1990 | 78 |
| 1991 | 105 |
| 1992 | 88 |
| 1993 | 78 |
| 1994 | 79 |
| 1995 | 50 |
| 1996 | 49 |
| 1997 | 49 |
| 1998 | 83 |
| 1999 | 66 |
| 2000 | 68 |
| 2001 | 87 |
| 2002 | 95 |
| 2003 | 90 |
| 2004 | 115 |
| 2005 | 101 |
| 2006 | 97 |
| 2007 | 106 |
| 2008 | 125 |
| 2009 | 116 |
| 2010 | 90 |
| 2011 | 64 |
| 2012 | 69 |
| 2013 | 47 |
| 2014 | 54 |
| 2015 | 45 |
| 2016 | 39 |
| 2017 | 35 |
| 2018 | 36 |
| 2019 | 38 |
| 2020 | 30 |
| 2021 | 37 |
| 2022 | 24 |
| 2023 | 30 |
| 2024 | 25 |