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Jared vs Ares

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Ares

Boy #295 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"bane, destruction (war god)"

Origin: Greek

Cultural Roots

Greek American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#295
Total SSA Count
1,136
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jared Rank #394
Ares Rank #295

Ares is more popular, ranked #295 vs #394 for Jared.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jared or Ares more popular?

Ares is more popular, ranked #295 compared to Jared at #394 in the United States.

What do Jared and Ares mean?

Jared means "he who descends, descent" (Hebrew origin). Ares means "bane, destruction (war god)" (Greek origin).

Are Jared and Ares boy or girl names?

Jared is primarily a boy name. Ares is primarily a boy name.

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