Jaret
Jaret is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
He who descends or ruler with a spear.
Origin and history
Jaret is a modern variant of the name Jared, which originates from Hebrew meaning 'descent' or 'he who descends', or alternatively from Germanic roots related to Gerald ('spear-ruler'). It has enjoyed steady, moderate usage in the United States as an alternative spelling. It offers a familiar sound with a slightly unique spelling.
Popularity in the United States
2,969 babies in the United States have been named Jaret since 1880. It ranks #2373 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1831.
States where it is most popular
- OH (25.1 %)
- CA (18.5 %)
- TX (17.3 %)
- NY (8.7 %)
- FL (5.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 54 |
| 1970-1980 | 336 |
| 1980-1990 | 404 |
| 1990-2000 | 971 |
| 2000-2010 | 897 |
| 2010-2019 | 211 |
| 2020-2029 | 96 |
Famous people named Jaret
- Jaret Reddick: Musician, Singer
- Jaret Wright: Baseball Player
Fun facts
- Jaret developed as a phonetic variation of Jared, appealing to parents looking for a slightly distinct spelling.
- Jaret Reddick is widely known as the lead vocalist and guitarist for the American pop-punk band Bowling for Soup.