Jaris Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJAR-iss / /ˈdʒɛərɪs/English; Hebrew
Meaning
English: Variant of Jarius; Hebrew: He will awaken
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Jaris is a modern variant of the name Jarius, which has roots in biblical texts. It is often associated with the story of Jairus, a synagogue leader in the New Testament who sought Jesus to heal his daughter. The name has gained some popularity in contemporary naming trends, particularly in English-speaking countries. Its unique sound and spelling may appeal to parents looking for a distinctive name.
Trend Summary
The name Jaris is relatively uncommon in the United States, with limited historical data on its popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jarius
- Jarese
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jaris was first seen in the United States in 1975. Jaris has ranked as high as #1109 nationally, which occurred in 1984, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Jaris has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jaris
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1975 | 6 |
| 1980 | 6 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 11 |
| 1984 | 13 |
| 1985 | 10 |
| 1986 | 6 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1991 | 12 |
| 1992 | 13 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 10 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 8 |
| 2001 | 5 |
| 2002 | 8 |
| 2003 | 10 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 12 |
| 2008 | 9 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 7 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2019 | 8 |