Jarrod Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Jarrod has Hebrew origins, meaning 'to descend' or 'to bring down.' It evolved from the biblical name Yared to Jared and finally to the modern form Jarrod. It is associated with the biblical figure Jared and gained popularity in the late 20th century. The name is often viewed as modern and trendy, with notable individuals bearing the name.
The name Jarrod is most popular in Oklahoma, 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 Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jarrod 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, 'Jarrod' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 332nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 316th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 788th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2854th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 13005th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 14555th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Jarrod' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jarrod"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒɛrəd/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Jarrod is derived from the Hebrew name Yared, which means 'to descend' or 'to bring down.' It is often associated with the biblical figure Jared, who is mentioned in the Book of Genesis.
Meaning
to descend, to bring down
Language Evolution
Yared (Hebrew), Jared (English), Jarrod (Modern English)
Biblical Background
The name has a biblical background, as Jared is a significant figure in the genealogy of Jesus.
Historical Usage
Jarrod gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as a modern variation of Jared.
Variants & Derivatives
Jared, Jarett, Jarod
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jarrod is perceived as a modern and somewhat trendy name, often associated with a youthful and dynamic image.
Famous People
Jarrod Washburn (American baseball player), Jarrod Lyle (Australian professional golfer), Jarrod Bowen (English professional footballer)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jarrod"
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 "Jarrod"
"Jarrod" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 332nd of 10718 | 9,040 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 316th of 16616 | 11,864 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 788th of 24088 | 3,856 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2854th of 23106 | 513 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 13005th of 19264 | 22 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 14555th of 27321 | 43 |
Regional Popularity of "Jarrod" 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) |
9.47% 278th/2937 |
9.47% 330th/3483 |
9.47% 333rd/3518 |
8.01% 324th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
7.03% 259th/3685 |
8.07% 361st/4475 |
5.20% 270th/5194 |
6.59% 416th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
16.08% 737th/4582 |
15.51% 801st/5164 |
10.41% 761st/7313 |
13.28% 991st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
71.34% 2842nd/3984 |
83.98% 3768th/4487 |
36.57% 2495th/6822 |
60.95% 3825th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jarrod" 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 "Jarrod"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jarrod" 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.