Jarek Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jarek is a Slavic name meaning fierce or strong, derived from the root 'jar'. It has evolved through historical forms like Yar and Jareko. The name reflects traits of strength and vitality, and it does not have biblical significance. Jarek has gained popularity in Slavic regions, especially in the 20th century, and is associated with a positive and energetic image.
The name Jarek is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South 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, Jarek 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, 'Jarek' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7168th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2348th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2153rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4766th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Jarek' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jarek"
Pronunciation
/ˈjɑːrɛk/
Origin
Slavic
Etymology
Jarek is derived from the Slavic root 'jar', which means 'fierce' or 'strong'. It is also associated with the meaning 'spring' in some contexts.
Meaning
fierce, strong, spring
Language Evolution
Yar, Jarek, Jareko
Historical Usage
The name Jarek has been used in various Slavic countries and gained popularity particularly in Poland and Czech Republic in the 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Jarek, Yarek, Jaroslav
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jarek is perceived as a strong and energetic name, often associated with youthful vigor.
Famous People
Jarek Nohavica, a renowned Czech singer-songwriter, Jarek Kuczynski, a notable Polish athlete
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jarek"
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 "Jarek"
"Jarek" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7168th of 10718 | 25 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2348th of 16616 | 439 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2153rd of 24088 | 897 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4766th of 23106 | 245 |
Regional Popularity of "Jarek" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
48.96% 1804th/3685 |
- |
52.45% 2724th/5194 |
42.17% 2664th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
58.53% 2682nd/4582 |
76.12% 3931st/5164 |
33.63% 2459th/7313 |
36.17% 2699th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
83.98% 3768th/4487 |
62.05% 4233rd/6822 |
69.60% 4368th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jarek" 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 "Jarek"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jarek" 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.