Jarell Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Jarell has its origins in Modern English, derived from the name Gerald, which means 'rule of the spear.' The language path includes historical forms such as Gerald and Jerrell. The name is seen as modern and unique, with no biblical relevance. It has gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, and notable people with this name include professional athletes.
The name Jarell is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) 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, Jarell 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, 'Jarell' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5640th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1318th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1563rd out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3173rd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Jarell' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jarell"
Pronunciation
/dʒəˈrɛl/
Origin
Modern English
Etymology
The name Jarell is a modern variant of the name Jerrell, which itself is derived from the name Gerald, meaning 'rule of the spear.'
Meaning
rule of the spear
Language Evolution
Gerald, Jerrell, Jarell
Historical Usage
Jarell began to gain popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as part of a trend for unique and modern names.
Variants & Derivatives
Jerrell, Jarell, Jarrell
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Jarell is perceived as modern and unique, appealing to parents looking for distinctive names for their children.
Famous People
Jarell Martin, a professional basketball player, Jarell Hayes, an American football player
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jarell"
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 "Jarell"
"Jarell" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5640th of 10718 | 50 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1318th of 16616 | 1,059 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1563rd of 24088 | 1,421 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3173rd of 23106 | 440 |
Regional Popularity of "Jarell" 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) |
31.64% 1166th/3685 |
23.33% 1044th/4475 |
26.88% 1396th/5194 |
34.15% 2157th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
31.30% 1434th/4582 |
23.43% 1210th/5164 |
21.74% 1590th/7313 |
30.93% 2308th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
79.99% 3187th/3984 |
52.55% 2358th/4487 |
69.39% 4734th/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Jarell" 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 "Jarell"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jarell" 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.