Jarrett

Pronunciation: [ j-EHR-uht ]

Boy Name #2,173 Most Popular Hidden Gem 2 Syllables

A spear-brave surname name with NASCAR roots

English American

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Meaning & Origin

"variant of Garrett/Gerald"

Origin: Germanic

Language: English

The Story of Jarrett

Jarrett is an English surname-turned-given-name, a variant spelling of Garrett, which in turn derives from the Germanic name Gerald or Gerard — from 'ger' (spear) and 'ald/hard' (brave, strong), meaning 'spear-brave' or 'brave with a spear.' The J-spelling became popular in the late 20th century in English-speaking countries as parents sought to distinguish the name from the more common Garrett.

Jarrett was most popular in the United States during the 1980s and 1990s. The name has connections to NASCAR (Dale Jarrett, champion) which kept it visible in American sports culture. It has since declined with the broader fading of -rett surname names.

Jarrett reflects the late 20th century American trend of surname-style names with a masculine, sturdy feel. In the American South, names with -rett endings (Barrett, Garrett, Jarrett) have strong regional affinity.

Fun Facts

Dale Jarrett won the NASCAR Cup Series championship in 1999, keeping the name in American sports
Garrett and Jarrett share the same Germanic root meaning 'spear-brave'
The -rett suffix appears in multiple American surname-names: Barrett, Garrett, Jarrett, Everett

Jarrett in Other Languages

French Gérard

English Jarrett/Garrett

Spanish Gerardo

Germanic Gerhard

Famous People Named Jarrett

Jarrett Allen

Athlete

1998

American NBA center who plays for the Cleveland Cavaliers, known for his shot-blocking ability

Dale Jarrett

Athlete

1956

NASCAR Cup Series champion (1999) and son of racing legend Ned Jarrett; member of NASCAR Hall of Fame

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2
Popularity Rank: #2,173
Total SSA Count: 67
Cultural Origins: English American
Pronunciation: Easy
Formality: Moderate
Cross-Cultural Ease: Moderate

Alternative Spellings

Jarrell #4786 Jarrod #4814

Common Nicknames

Jay Rett

Pairs Well With

Jarrett Allen Jarrett Lee Jarrett Thomas Jarrett Scott Jarrett Wayne Jarrett Dean

Sibling Names

Garrett Travis Tanner Ashley Megan Kelsey

Also a Girl Name

Jarrett is also used as a girl name, ranked #60285.

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Similar Names

Everett Merritt Bennett Jared Barrett Gerard Truitt Gareth

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Frequently Asked Questions About Jarrett

What does the name Jarrett mean?

"variant of Garrett/Gerald" (from Germanic). Jarrett is an English surname-turned-given-name, a variant spelling of Garrett, which in turn derives from the Germanic name Gerald or Gerard — from 'ger' (spear) and 'ald/hard' (brave, strong), meaning 'spear-brave' or 'brave with a spear.' The J-spelling became popular in the late 20th century in English-speaking countries as parents sought to distinguish the name from the more common Garrett.

What is the origin of the name Jarrett?

Jarrett has Germanic, English, and American origins. In Germanic, it means "variant of Garrett/Gerald".

Is Jarrett a boy or girl name?

Jarrett is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #2173. As a girl name, it is ranked #60285. Jarrett is more commonly used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Jarrett?

Jarrett is pronounced j-EHR-uht.

How popular is the name Jarrett?

Jarrett is currently ranked #2173 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Jarrett?

Common nicknames for Jarrett include Jay and Rett.

What are good middle names for Jarrett?

Popular middle name pairings include Jarrett Allen, Jarrett Lee, Jarrett Thomas, Jarrett Scott, Jarrett Wayne, and Jarrett Dean.

What are good sibling names for Jarrett?

Names that pair well with Jarrett as siblings include Garrett, Travis, Tanner, Ashley, Megan, and Kelsey.

How many syllables does Jarrett have?

Jarrett has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.

Is Jarrett a common or rare name?

Jarrett is an uncommon name, ranked #2173 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Jarrett

Jarrett is a boy name with English and American origins . The name means "variant of Garrett/Gerald" in Germanic .

Is Jarrett a boy or girl name? Jarrett is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #2,173 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #60,285. Jarrett is more commonly used as a boy name.

Jarrett is currently ranked #2,173 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

The name Jarrett has 2 syllables and is pronounced j-EHR-uht, making it easy to pronounce and remember.

Common nicknames for Jarrett include Jay and Rett. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Jarrett include Jarrell, Jarrod . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.