Jarel
Jarel is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Modern blend, possibly derived from Jared meaning 'descent' or Jarrell meaning 'spear rule'.
Origin and history
Jarel is a modern American name created in the 20th century. It is often understood as a variant of Jarell or Jarrell, or a combination of names like Jared and Darrell. In the United States, it remains a rare given name for boys.
Popularity in the United States
1,160 babies in the United States have been named Jarel since 1880. It ranks #3534 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1865.
States where it is most popular
- NY (54.1 %)
- CA (32.8 %)
- TX (4.9 %)
- IL (4.1 %)
- NJ (4.1 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 5 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 7 |
| 1970-1980 | 28 |
| 1980-1990 | 241 |
| 1990-2000 | 328 |
| 2000-2010 | 317 |
| 2010-2019 | 172 |
| 2020-2029 | 62 |
Fun facts
- Jarel emerged in the late 20th century alongside similar sounding names such as Jerrell and Darrell.