Jarod

Jarod, a form of the biblical name Jared, carries the meaning 'descending' or 'falling.' As derived from the Hebrew language, it implies a metaphorical journeying downward or lower in a hierarchy.

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The name Jarod is an anglicized version of the Hebrew name 'Yered,' which means 'descending' or 'to descend.' It is also considered a variation of the name Jared, from the biblical character mentioned in the Book of Genesis.

  • Popularity: 20,077th
  • Babies named Jarod in the US in 2023:
    Female: 0
    Male: 8
  • Nicknames: Jay, Jerry, Rod, JJ, J-Rod.
  • Full Names: Jarod Michael, Jarod Alexander, Jarod Sebastian, Jarod William, Jarod Benjamin.
  • Famous Namesakes: Jarod Kintz-author, Jarod Celestin-athlete, Jarod Leto-musician, Jarod Bellemare-artist, Jarod Schwartz-entrepreneur.
  • Gender: Primarily used for boys, but can be unisex.
  • Numerology: In numerology, the name Jarod corresponds with the number 8, symbolizing ambition, intelligence, and efficiency. People named Jarod tend to be charismatic and influential, thriving in leadership roles and driven by power and success.

Jarod, while not as commonly used as Jared, has seen moderate popularity in the U.S. and other English-speaking countries, particularly in the late 20th century. It gained some prominence due to media influences, though it remains less frequent than its close variant names.

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