Jared Name Meaning, Origin, Popularity, Boy Names Like Jared

Jared Name Origin: Hebrew
Pronunciation: jahr-ed
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Jared Name Meaning

The meaning of the name Jared is “to descend,” reflecting its roots in the Bible. The name Jared suggests stability, tradition, and a connection to the past, making it a great choice for parents who are looking for a name that reflects their son’s character.

History of the Name Jared

The name Jared has been in use for thousands of years, and it can be traced back to the Bible. Jared was a descendant of Seth and the father of Enoch in the book of Genesis. Over time, the name Jared has evolved into the modern spelling of Jared, and it’s now used as a given name in many different countries around the world.

Origins of the Name Jared

The name Jared is of Hebrew origin, and it means “to descend.” The name Jared is a great choice for parents who are looking for a name that’s classic and timeless, and it has a rich history that adds to its charm.

Final Thoughts on the Name Jared

Jared, a name that’s timeless, classic, and just a little bit regal! With roots in Hebrew, Jared is a name that’s got a rich history and a charming personality.

Jared Name Popularity

How popular is the name Jared? Here’s everything we know.

Year	Rank	# Births	% Births
1910	—	0	0%
1911	—	0	0%
1912	—	0	0%
1913	—	0	0%
1914	—	0	0%
1915	—	0	0%
1916	—	0	0%
1917	—	0	0%
1918	—	0	0%
1919	—	0	0%
1920	—	0	0%
1921	—	0	0%
1922	—	0	0%
1923	—	0	0%
1924	—	0	0%
1925	—	0	0%
1926	—	0	0%
1927	—	0	0%
1928	—	0	0%
1929	—	0	0%
1930	1,536	5	0.0005%
1931	—	0	0%
1932	—	0	0%
1933	—	0	0%
1934	—	0	0%
1935	—	0	0%
1936	1,339	5	0.0005%
1937	1,153	8	0.0008%
1938	1,072	11	0.0011%
1939	1,036	11	0.0011%
1940	—	0	0%
1941	861	23	0.002%
1942	1,163	10	0.0008%
1943	943	19	0.0015%
1944	1,258	6	0.0005%
1945	1,218	6	0.0005%
1946	919	22	0.0015%
1947	1,094	14	0.0008%
1948	1,275	8	0.0005%
1949	1,084	14	0.0009%
1950	938	21	0.0013%
1951	1,058	15	0.0009%
1952	1,384	6	0.0003%
1953	975	21	0.0012%
1954	880	32	0.0018%
1955	1,089	16	0.0009%
1956	860	36	0.0019%
1957	912	32	0.0017%
1958	1,092	17	0.0009%
1959	939	30	0.0016%
1960	1,182	13	0.0007%
1961	1,066	19	0.001%
1962	902	32	0.0017%
1963	827	43	0.0024%
1964	911	33	0.0019%
1965	736	58	0.0035%
1966	488	199	0.0127%
1967	418	290	0.0191%
1968	336	480	0.032%
1969	285	660	0.0428%
1970	275	738	0.0464%
1971	218	1,061	0.0706%
1972	186	1,250	0.0918%
1973	155	1,583	0.1221%
1974	131	1,996	0.1536%
1975	99	2,559	0.1991%
1976	90	2,930	0.2273%
1977	76	3,738	0.2773%
1978	72	3,848	0.2862%
1979	65	4,668	0.3311%
1980	61	5,208	0.3562%
1981	57	5,864	0.3989%
1982	54	6,262	0.419%
1983	56	5,848	0.3963%
1984	59	5,681	0.3819%
1985	58	5,883	0.3876%
1986	58	6,116	0.4052%
1987	58	6,207	0.4067%
1988	60	6,207	0.3983%
1989	57	7,015	0.4347%
1990	63	6,636	0.4004%
1991	64	6,213	0.3812%
1992	67	5,865	0.3674%
1993	63	6,060	0.3887%
1994	63	5,875	0.3828%
1995	63	5,882	0.3903%
1996	64	5,821	0.3888%
1997	56	6,682	0.4518%
1998	51	7,461	0.4985%
1999	54	7,276	0.4859%
2000	56	7,323	0.4794%
2001	65	6,433	0.4269%
2002	84	4,835	0.3226%
2003	107	3,939	0.2589%
2004	128	3,169	0.2079%
2005	137	2,914	0.1906%
2006	137	2,968	0.1895%
2007	160	2,596	0.1645%
2008	197	2,026	0.1311%
2009	212	1,741	0.1165%
2010	244	1,423	0.0987%
2011	265	1,290	0.0905%
2012	291	1,174	0.0824%
2013	302	1,124	0.0789%
2014	297	1,161	0.0797%
2015	334	992	0.0682%
2016	378	809	0.0561%
2017	379	800	0.0573%
2018	361	857	0.0624%
2019	355	872	0.0644%
2020	367	802	0.063%
2021	396	763	0.0624%
2022	378	819	0.0621%

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Data via SSA.gov.

Names Like Jared

If you like Jared, you’ll love these other names like Jared.

What names are variants of Jared?

Mix it up with these names that are a variation of the name Jared.

Name	Meaning	Origin
Jarad	Descending	Hebrew
Jarid	Descending	Hebrew
Jarod	Descending; down-flowing	Hebrew
Jarrad	Descending	Hebrew
Jarrard	Descending	Hebrew
Jarred	Descending; down-flowing	Hebrew
Jarrid	Descending	Hebrew
Jarrod		English
Jaryd	Descending	Hebrew
Jerad	Descending; down-flowing	Hebrew
Jered	Descending	Hebrew
Jerod	Descending	Hebrew
Jerrad	Descending	Hebrew
Jerred	Descending; down-flowing	Hebrew

Jerrod		English

What names sound like Jared?

If you like how Jared sounds, you might also like these names that sound like Jared.

Name	Meaning	Origin
Jareth		American
Jarett	A variant form of Garret.
Jarret	“A man of firmness,” based on the French jarret, the ham, leg, etc., as in jarret tendu, with the leg straight.
Jarryd		English
Ward	Watchman	English

What names are similar to Jared?

Find a name that’s like Jared, but just a little bit different.

Name	Meaning	Origin
Garrett	Spear rule	English
Gerard	Spear brave	English
Jaron	Cry of rejoicing	Israeli
Zachary	God remembers	Hebrew

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3 Comments

Cat Jul 15 at 2:46 pm

Jared was a close friend of my husband’s that passed away as a teen. A
Sweet lil name.

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Nicolina Feb 24 at 3:34 pm

I love the name Jared! That’s the name of my cousin. It makes me think of a kind, caring, and sweet boy with spiky blonde hair, blue eyes, and a wide playful smile!

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MiMi Jan 26 at 10:37 am

We named him after his dad who was named after Jared in the Bible.

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