Jarid
2 syllables
♂ Male ◎ Modern American ◈ 2 syllables
""Descent", "Descending", "Precious"."

From Modern American

Jarid is a variant of the name Jared, which means descent in Hebrew. Read more about the origin of this name below ↓

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Jarid at a glance
Meaning"Descent", "Descending", "Precious".
OriginModern American
GenderMale
Syllables2
NumerologyLife Path 6
US Rank (today)#13048
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Origin & history of Jarid
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Modern American roots
Jarid is a variant of the name Jared, which means descent in Hebrew. Jarid has been steadily rising in popularity as a given name in the United States since the 1970s. Jarid is associated with the biblical figure of Jared, who was a descendant of Adam and the father of Enoch. In Arabic, the name Jarid means lion or brave . Jarid is also a surname, with notable bearers including the American actor and musician, Jarid Root. The name Jarid has been used in various cultures, including African, Arabic, and Native American communities. Jarid has a strong, masculine sound, making it a popular choice for parents looking for a bold and confident name for their son. The name Jarid is often associated with the qualities of strength, courage, and leadership. In numerology, the name Jarid is associated with the number 8, which symbolizes abundance, stability, and success. Jarid is a versatile name that can be paired with a variety of middle names and surnames, making it a popular choice for many parents. The name Jarid has been featured in various forms of media, such as literature, film, and television. Jarid has a unique and distinctive spelling, making it a standout name that is easily recognizable. The name Jarid has a strong, modern feel, making it a great choice for parents looking for a contemporary name for their child.
2
Root name
The root form of Jarid is Jarid — meaning "Descent", "Descending", "Precious"..
3
Modern usage
Jarid remains a beloved choice. Timeless appeal across cultures and generations.
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How popular is Jarid?
1989 peak year
The name Jarid reached its peak in 1989, with 74 registrations (ranked #1262). It had only entered records 19 years earlier, in 1970. Since the peak, the name has eased to well outside the top 1,000 (around #13048) today, averaging about 5 new babies per year. Across all years on record, approximately 1,402 American babies have carried this name.
Year-by-year registrations 1880–2024 · U.S. Social Security data
74 Babies named in peak year
(ranked #1,262)
5 Avg. per year
(last decade)
50 Total registrations
last 10 years
1,402 All-time total
(since 1880)
Popularity in the US today (rank #13,048) Rare
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Numerology of Jarid
6
Life path number
The Nurturer
Nurturing, love and responsibility.
❤️Nurturing
🏡Home-centred
⚖️Just
🌸Generous
J1
A1
R9
I9
D4
Sum: 24 → Life path 6
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Personality of Jarid
❤️
Nurturing heart
They notice when someone is struggling before anyone else.
🏡
Creates warmth
Their circle is warmer for their presence.
⚖️
Strong morals
They know what's right and stand by it.
🌸
Quietly selfless
They give and give, often without realising how much.
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