Jared is a moderately popular boys' name in United States, ranking #128 in 2004 with 3,178 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 1998 with 7,462 births ranking #51. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 45.4%. In 2004, approximately 1 in every 625 boys born was named Jared. FALLING Recent data shows the name is currently falling.
Jared is a Hebrew biblical name usually explained through descent or coming down. It has a quiet, steady feel that helped it become a strong modern classic in the late twentieth century.
The name appears in the Bible and later became a mainstream favourite in English-speaking countries. It feels scriptural without sounding heavy or overly formal.