Jaret: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: j-ahr-eht
Origin: American
gender-male

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Meaning: A strong spear

Jaret is a name with Germanic roots, derived from the given names Gerald or Gerard. It means "a strong spear" and carries connotations of strength and dynamism. The name has evolved over time, with various spellings like Jarette, and Jarrette. It gained popularity in the late 20th century but has since declined in usage. Despite this, Jaret remains an appealing choice for its historical richness and unique charm. The name's versatility and endearing nicknames like Jare, and Jett add to its appeal.

Jaret Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Jaret is currently #9244 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Jaret is currently #4014 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Jaret is currently #4531 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Jaret is currently #1997 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Jaret is currently #4664 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Jaret is currently #2045 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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