Jerred Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jerred is a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'descent.' It evolved from the Hebrew Yered and has gained popularity in English-speaking regions, especially in the late 20th century. The name is related to biblical heritage through the figure Jared in the Book of Genesis. Today, it is perceived as a unique and creative name choice.
The name Jerred is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West 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, Jerred has been stalled for male in MidWest, 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 South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Jerred' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2091st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1504th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3944th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 14258th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Jerred' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jerred"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒɛrəd/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Jerred is derived from the Hebrew name Yered, which means 'descent' or 'to descend.' It is associated with the biblical figure Jared, who is mentioned in the Book of Genesis.
Meaning
descent
Language Evolution
Yered (Hebrew), Jerred (English)
Biblical Background
The name is biblical, as Jared is a prominent figure in the genealogy of Adam.
Historical Usage
Jerred gained popularity in English-speaking countries during the late 20th century as a variation of the more common name Jared.
Variants & Derivatives
Jared, Jarrid
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jerred is seen as a unique and modern name choice, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Jerred Smith, Jerred K. Smith
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jerred"
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 "Jerred"
"Jerred" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2091st of 10718 | 321 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1504th of 16616 | 853 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3944th of 24088 | 363 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 14258th of 23106 | 32 |
Regional Popularity of "Jerred" 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) |
60.98% 1791st/2937 |
- |
54.72% 1925th/3518 |
47.82% 1934th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
64.56% 2379th/3685 |
- |
33.48% 1739th/5194 |
27.32% 1726th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.85% 3292nd/4582 |
- |
56.19% 4109th/7313 |
59.31% 4426th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Jerred" 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 "Jerred"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jerred" 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.