Jered

Meaning & Origin

Meaning: Descendant; Came Down

Background: The name Jered originates from the Hebrew name Yered (יֶרֶד), which means 'descendant' or 'came down.' This name is rooted in the biblical narrative, connected to the lineage of prominent figures within the Hebrew scriptures.

At a glance

Quick stats based on the history of this name.

Lifetime rank
#2,026
Total births
3,788
Most popular decade
1980s (4,515 births)
10-year trend
↓ Falling (-3,560 ranks)
Years in Top 100
0
First recorded year
1949

Gender usage

100% male 0% female

Stats by gender

Male

First year
1949
First year births
5
First year rank
#3,690
Peak year
1982
Peak year births
177
Peak rank
#653
Most recent year
2024
Recent year births
7
Recent rank
#9,864

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