Jarrel Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jarrel is an English name derived from Gerald, which means 'spear ruler' in Germanic. It has evolved through forms like Gerald and Jarrell. The name gained popularity in the United States in the 20th century and is associated with modernity and uniqueness. There is no direct biblical relevance linked to this name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jarrel"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒærəl/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Jarrel is believed to be a variant of the name Gerald, which has Germanic roots meaning 'rule of the spear'.
Meaning
spear ruler
Language Evolution
Gerald, Geraldo, Jarrell
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the United States during the 20th century, particularly in the latter half.
Variants & Derivatives
Jarrell, Jerrell, Jarell
Modern Popularity & Image
Jarrel is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Jarrel J. Phillips, American filmmaker, Jarrel McNeil, American football player
📊 Jarrel Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Jarrel Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 64 peak births in 1987
Geographic Spread
Popular across 7 US states, with strongest presence in New York
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jarrel"
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 "Jarrel"
"Jarrel" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 5583rd of 7545 | 21 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 3488th of 6773 | 83 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3987th of 7552 | 71 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 4892nd of 10718 | 70 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 2103rd of 16616 | 512 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5734th of 24088 | 214 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 12223rd of 23106 | 48 |
Regional Popularity of "Jarrel" 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) |
60.14% 2216th/3685 |
34.15% 1528th/4475 |
43.30% 2249th/5194 |
58.75% 3711th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Jarrel" 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 "Jarrel"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jarrel" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Jarrel" in the United States
The name Jarrel is most popular in New York, 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, Jarrel 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, 'Jarrel' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5583rd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3488th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3987th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4892nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2103rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5734th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 12223rd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Jarrel' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.