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Jared vs Travis

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jared

Boy #394 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"he who descends, descent"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American English Mormon/LDS Christian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#394
Total SSA Count
828
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Travis

Boy #362 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"crossing, toll bridge operator"

Origin: Old French

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#362
Total SSA Count
914
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jared Rank #394
Travis Rank #362

Travis is more popular, ranked #362 vs #394 for Jared.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jared or Travis more popular?

Travis is more popular, ranked #362 compared to Jared at #394 in the United States.

What do Jared and Travis mean?

Jared means "he who descends, descent" (Hebrew origin). Travis means "crossing, toll bridge operator" (Old French origin).

Are Jared and Travis boy or girl names?

Jared is primarily a boy name. Travis is primarily a boy name.

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