How Many People Are Named Jarrod?
Complete statistics for the name Jarrod: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Jarrod is a rare male name with roots in Old English, making just 1 in 13,873 Americans named Jarrod today. With around 23,787 people bearing this name, it peaked in popularity back in 1980.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 3 symbolizes creativity, self-expression, and optimism.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 40All 25,338 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1980Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Declining
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Jarrod Through the Generations
Jarrod, a name with Old English origins, has seen its peak in 1980 when 1,150 babies were given this moniker. Today, the name Jarrod is held by approximately 23,787 individuals in the United States, with most being adults aged between 30 and 60. The name's decline since its peak reflects changing naming trends but remains a classic choice for many families.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Jarrod's Old English roots
📄 About the Name Jarrod
How Many People Have the Name Jarrod?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 23,787 people in the United States currently share the name Jarrod. That works out to roughly 1 in every 13,873 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Jarrod a Common or Rare Name?
Jarrod is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Jarrod Mean?
Jarrod means "Old English origin, meaning 'spear of the sea'" and comes from Old English origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 3.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Jarrod in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Jarrod Most Popular?
The name Jarrod reached peak popularity in 1980, with 1,150 babies registered that year. Current trend: Declining.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Jarrod?
Approximately 23,787 people named Jarrod live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 25,338. That works out to roughly 1 in 13,873 Americans.
Is Jarrod a rare name?
Jarrod is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 13,873 Americans has this name.
What does the name Jarrod mean?
Jarrod means "Old English origin, meaning 'spear of the sea'" and comes from Old English origins.
Is Jarrod more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Jarrod are male and 0% are female.
When was Jarrod most popular?
Jarrod peaked in 1980 with 1,150 births that year. Current trend: Declining.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.