Jarrett Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJAR-it / /ˈdʒærɪt/English; French
Meaning
English: spear ruler; French: derivative of Gerard
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Jarrett is derived from the Old French name Gerard, which means 'brave with a spear.' It has been used in English-speaking countries since the Middle Ages. The name has seen varying levels of popularity over the centuries, particularly in the United States.
Trend Summary
The name Jarrett has experienced fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jaret
- Jarret
International Variants
- Gerard (English)
- Gérard (French)
Famous people named Jarrett
Jarrett Jack is a former professional basketball player known for his time in the NBA.
Jarrett Stidham is an American football quarterback who played in the NFL.
Jarrett Hurd is a professional boxer who has held multiple world championships.
Jarrett Allen is a professional basketball player currently playing in the NBA.
Fictional characters named Jarrett
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jarrett was first seen in the United States in 1880. Jarrett has ranked as high as #534 nationally, which occurred in 1998, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Pennsylvania, New York, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Jarrett has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jarrett (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 10 | |
| CA | 8 | |
| IL | 8 | |
| OH | 6 | |
| IN | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 6 |
| 1884 | 6 |
| 1899 | 6 |
| 1913 | 6 |
| 1914 | 10 |
| 1915 | 11 |
| 1916 | 10 |
| 1917 | 7 |
| 1918 | 8 |
| 1919 | 13 |
| 1920 | 7 |
| 1921 | 15 |
| 1922 | 15 |
| 1923 | 12 |
| 1924 | 14 |
| 1925 | 15 |
| 1926 | 10 |
| 1927 | 14 |
| 1928 | 9 |
| 1929 | 12 |
| 1930 | 11 |
| 1931 | 11 |
| 1932 | 11 |
| 1933 | 9 |
| 1934 | 10 |
| 1935 | 10 |
| 1936 | 14 |
| 1937 | 20 |
| 1938 | 12 |
| 1939 | 18 |
| 1940 | 12 |
| 1941 | 18 |
| 1942 | 18 |
| 1943 | 23 |
| 1944 | 21 |
| 1945 | 20 |
| 1946 | 21 |
| 1947 | 26 |
| 1948 | 22 |
| 1949 | 29 |
| 1950 | 24 |
| 1951 | 21 |
| 1952 | 33 |
| 1953 | 28 |
| 1954 | 25 |
| 1955 | 24 |
| 1956 | 24 |
| 1957 | 18 |
| 1958 | 11 |
| 1959 | 19 |
| 1960 | 20 |
| 1961 | 25 |
| 1962 | 30 |
| 1963 | 21 |
| 1964 | 32 |
| 1965 | 35 |
| 1966 | 69 |
| 1967 | 87 |
| 1968 | 125 |
| 1969 | 173 |
| 1970 | 179 |
| 1971 | 199 |
| 1972 | 184 |
| 1973 | 262 |
| 1974 | 250 |
| 1975 | 237 |
| 1976 | 258 |
| 1977 | 267 |
| 1978 | 330 |
| 1979 | 360 |
| 1980 | 395 |
| 1981 | 487 |
| 1982 | 450 |
| 1983 | 434 |
| 1984 | 413 |
| 1985 | 481 |
| 1986 | 530 |
| 1987 | 548 |
| 1988 | 539 |
| 1989 | 637 |
| 1990 | 609 |
| 1991 | 570 |
| 1992 | 495 |
| 1993 | 601 |
| 1994 | 562 |
| 1995 | 559 |
| 1996 | 636 |
| 1997 | 889 |
| 1998 | 1,020 |
| 1999 | 955 |
| 2000 | 1,005 |
| 2001 | 820 |
| 2002 | 699 |
| 2003 | 616 |
| 2004 | 464 |
| 2005 | 398 |
| 2006 | 345 |
| 2007 | 323 |
| 2008 | 233 |
| 2009 | 226 |
| 2010 | 176 |
| 2011 | 184 |
| 2012 | 200 |
| 2013 | 142 |
| 2014 | 193 |
| 2015 | 166 |
| 2016 | 130 |
| 2017 | 141 |
| 2018 | 108 |
| 2019 | 133 |
| 2020 | 110 |
| 2021 | 85 |
| 2022 | 82 |
| 2023 | 67 |
| 2024 | 67 |