Jarad Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jarad is a Hebrew name meaning 'to descend', derived from Yarad. The name has evolved linguistically from Hebrew to English. It is modern and unique, with biblical relevance not applicable. Jarad saw increased popularity in the late 20th century and is associated with notable figures like Juice WRLD.
The name Jarad is most popular in Pennsylvania, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jarad has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Jarad' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1597th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1156th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4503rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9400th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Jarad' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jarad"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒɛrəd/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Jarad is derived from the Hebrew name יָרَد (Yarad), which means 'to descend' or 'to go down'.
Meaning
to descend
Language Evolution
Yarad (Hebrew), Jarad (English)
Historical Usage
The name Jarad gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly among English-speaking populations, often influenced by biblical names.
Variants & Derivatives
Jared, Jarrad
Modern Popularity & Image
Jarad is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with strength and individuality.
Famous People
Jarad Higgins (Juice WRLD), an American rapper and singer
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jarad"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Jarad"
"Jarad" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1597th of 10718 | 484 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1156th of 16616 | 1,293 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4503rd of 24088 | 304 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 9400th of 23106 | 84 |
Regional Popularity of "Jarad" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
60.98% 1791st/2937 |
35.92% 1251st/3483 |
57.82% 2034th/3518 |
35.91% 1452nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
36.23% 1335th/3685 |
25.41% 1137th/4475 |
27.97% 1453rd/5194 |
28.65% 1810th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
67.20% 3079th/4582 |
64.60% 3336th/5164 |
68.67% 5022nd/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Jarad" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jarad"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jarad" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.