Jarrett Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jarrett is of Old French origin, derived from the name Gerard, meaning 'brave spear'. Its language path includes forms like Gerard and Gerhardt before evolving into Jarrett. The name is associated with traits of bravery and strength and has no biblical relevance. It saw a rise in popularity in the 20th century, especially in the U.S. and is viewed positively in modern contexts.
The name Jarrett is most popular in Hawaii, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jarrett has been too falling for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, falling 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, 'Jarrett' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2529th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1949th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1602nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 556th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 394th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 480th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1480th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 14677th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 14057th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 26979th out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Jarrett' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jarrett"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒærɪt/
Origin
Old French
Etymology
The name Jarrett is derived from the Old French name 'Gerard', which combines the Germanic elements 'ger' meaning 'spear' and 'hard' meaning 'brave' or 'hardy'.
Meaning
Brave spear.
Language Evolution
Gerard, Gerhardt, Jarrett
Historical Usage
Jarrett gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 20th century, particularly in the United States.
Variants & Derivatives
Jared, Gerard, Jarret
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jarrett is seen as a strong and distinctive name, often associated with determination and courage.
Famous People
Jarrett Allen, Jarrett Jack, Jarrett Hurd
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jarrett"
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 "Jarrett"
"Jarrett" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2529th of 7545 | 167 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1949th of 6773 | 259 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1602nd of 7552 | 453 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 556th of 10718 | 3,410 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 394th of 16616 | 8,551 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 480th of 24088 | 8,553 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1480th of 23106 | 1,424 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 14677th of 19264 | 15 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 14057th of 27321 | 47 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 26979th of 35406 | 16 |
Regional Popularity of "Jarrett" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
84.53% 2000th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
77.71% 2217th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
19.51% 573rd/2937 |
13.92% 485th/3483 |
15.29% 538th/3518 |
15.38% 622nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
11.34% 418th/3685 |
7.69% 344th/4475 |
6.51% 338th/5194 |
8.06% 509th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
8.64% 396th/4582 |
9.39% 485th/5164 |
6.25% 457th/7313 |
9.34% 697th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
33.23% 1324th/3984 |
46.65% 2093rd/4487 |
19.83% 1353rd/6822 |
30.07% 1887th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jarrett" 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 "Jarrett"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jarrett" 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.