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Jareth Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Jareth

"Jareth is a fictional character and the main antagonist of the 1986 musical fantasy film Labyrinth"

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 2024 👥 2,029 in US
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Meaning
Jareth is a fictional character and the main antagonist of the 1986 musical fantasy film Labyrinth
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
2,029
Life Path
Number 8

📖 What Does Jareth Mean?

Jareth is a fictional character and the main antagonist of the 1986 musical fantasy film Labyrinth. Portrayed by David Bowie, Jareth is the powerful and enigmatic king of the goblins to whom protagonist Sarah Williams wishes away her baby brother Toby. Jareth gives Sarah thirteen hours to retrieve the baby from his castle at the centre of an enormous labyrinth, during which time he sets obstacles in her path and tries to entice her away from her quest.

🌐 From Wikipedia Source ↗

Jareth is a fictional character and the main antagonist of the 1986 musical fantasy film Labyrinth. Portrayed by David Bowie, Jareth is the powerful and enigmatic king of the goblins to whom protagonist Sarah Williams wishes away her baby brother Toby. Jareth gives Sarah thirteen hours to retrieve the baby from his castle at the centre of an enormous labyrinth, during which time he sets obstacles in her path and tries to entice her away from her quest.…

Root Element
Jareth
Core Meaning
"Jareth is a fictional character and the main antagonist of the 1986 musical fantasy film Labyrinth"
Language

🔢 Numerology of Jareth

J 1
A 1
R 9
E 5
T 2
H 8
SUM 8
8
Life Path
Power & Ambition
6
Soul Urge
Nurturing & Responsibility
2
Personality
Harmony & Diplomacy

Life Path 8 — Power & Ambition: Goal-driven, authoritative, and business-minded.

Gender Distribution

♂ Male98%
♀ Female2%

Based on 2,029 US Social Security records

📈 US Popularity

Total US bearers 2,029
Peak year 2024 (90)
First recorded 1986
Last recorded 2024
Gender Predominantly Male
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Jareth" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "Jareth is a fictional character and the main antagonist of the 1986 musical fantasy film Labyrinth".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form, established across English-speaking and Muslim communities.

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Today (2026)

~2,029 people named Jareth in the US. Peaked in 2024 with 90 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Jareth?

The Life Path number for Jareth is 8, associated with Power & Ambition. Soul Urge: 6. Personality: 2.

Is Jareth a boy or girl name?

Jareth is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 98% male and 2% female.

How many people are named Jareth in the US?

Approximately 2,029 people in the United States are named Jareth. The name peaked in 2024 with 90 recorded uses.

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