"descent, to descend"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Jarrod
Pronunciation: [ j-AR-uh ]
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The Story of Jarrod
Jarrod is an anglicized spelling variant of Jared, which comes from the Hebrew name Yered, meaning descent or to descend. It appears in the Book of Genesis as the name of an antediluvian patriarch — the father of Enoch and great-great-grandfather of Noah. The name carries connotations of deep lineage and ancestral roots.
Jarrod peaked in the 1970s-1990s as a distinctive spelling alternative to Jared, popular especially in English-speaking countries. The TV series The Big Valley featured a character named Jarrod Barkley, which popularized this spelling in the 1960s-70s.
In Australian culture, Jarrod was particularly popular — a top-50 name from the 1970s through 1990s. The name was associated with strength and reliability in baby boomer and Gen X naming traditions.
Historical Record
Jarrod first appeared in US Social Security records in 1965.
Over 25,273 babies have been named Jarrod in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jarrod is past its peak , currently ranked #4,814 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Jared appears in Genesis as one of the longest-lived patriarchs — said to have lived 962 years
- The character Jarrod Barkley in The Big Valley (1965-1969) made this spelling popular in Australia and the US
Jarrod in Other Languages
French
Jared
German
Jared
Hebrew
ירד
Spanish
Jarod
Portuguese
Jared
Popularity Over Time
#4,814
Current Rank
Peaked 1980
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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Jarrod Dyson
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1984
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Jarrod Schulz
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Jarrod Barkley Fictional
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Fictional lawyer protagonist of The Big Valley TV series (1965-1969), played by Richard Long
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #4,814
- Total SSA Count
- 21
- Cultural Origins
- English American Australian
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
JR
Rod
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jarrod
What does the name Jarrod mean?
"descent, to descend" (from Hebrew). "rose" (from Hebrew/Persian). Jarrod is an anglicized spelling variant of Jared, which comes from the Hebrew name Yered, meaning descent or to descend. It appears in the Book of Genesis as the name of an antediluvian patriarch — the father of Enoch and great-great-grandfather of Noah. The name carries connotations of deep lineage and ancestral roots.
What is the origin of the name Jarrod?
Jarrod has Hebrew, Hebrew/Persian, English, American, and Australian origins. In Hebrew, it means "descent, to descend". In Hebrew/Persian, it means "rose".
Is Jarrod a boy or girl name?
Jarrod is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #4814. As a girl name, it is ranked #27980. Jarrod is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Jarrod?
Jarrod is pronounced j-AR-uh.
How popular is the name Jarrod?
Jarrod is currently ranked #4814 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Jarrod?
Common nicknames for Jarrod include Rod.
What are good middle names for Jarrod?
Popular middle name pairings include Jarrod Michael, Jarrod Thomas, Jarrod James, Jarrod William, Jarrod Lee, Jarrod Scott, and Jarrod Allen.
What are good sibling names for Jarrod?
Names that pair well with Jarrod as siblings include Brandon, Tyler, Kyle, Chelsea, Brittany, Morgan, and Connor.
How many syllables does Jarrod have?
Jarrod has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Jarrod a common or rare name?
Jarrod is an uncommon name, ranked #4814 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Jarrod
Jarrod is a boy name with English, American, and Australian origins . The name means "descent, to descend" in Hebrew .
Is Jarrod a boy or girl name? Jarrod is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #4,814 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #27,980. Jarrod is more commonly used as a boy name.
Jarrod is currently ranked #4,814 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Jarrod has 2 syllables and is pronounced j-AR-uh, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Jarrod include JR and Rod. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Jarrod include Jarrett, Jarrell . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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