Jerad

“Jerad is a modern variant of the biblical name Jared (יָרֶד), which appears in the Old Testament”

American origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#1832US 2023

368Births / yr

→Stable

3.8kAll-time births

📅 Since 196700.01% of births at peak

How to pronounce Jerad

JEE·RAD

/ˈdʒiː.ˈræd/ · stress on JEE · 2 syllables

“Jerad is a modern variant of the biblical name Jared (יָרֶד), which appears in the Old Testament”

American origin · Boy name

What does Jerad mean and where does it come from?

Jerad is a modern variant of the biblical name Jared (יָרֶד), which appears in the Old Testament. The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States. Notable individuals include Jerad Eickhoff, an American professional baseball player.

Cultural significance

Jerad has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of hebrew.

Peak popularity

Reached #541 in 1983 — currently #1832 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Jerad?

Jerad works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Jerad Grace

How popular is Jerad right now?

Holding steady — currently #1832 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1970–2023#1832 · Top 1.4%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1832	368	▲ up 5 · +6% births
2022	#1837	348	▲ up 5 · +9% births
2021	#1842	318	▲ up 7087 · +3875% births
2015	#8929	8	▼ down 641 · -11% births
2010	#8288	9	▼ down 3171 · -44% births
2005	#5117	16	▼ down 3002 · -67% births
2000	#2115	48	▼ down 701 · -32% births
1995	#1414	71	▼ down 561 · -51% births
1990	#853	144	▼ down 212 · -23% births
1985	#641	187	▼ down 8 · -2% births
1980	#633	190	▲ up 299 · +144% births
1975	#932	78	▲ up 765 · +189% births
1970	#1697	27	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Jerad

Best Year1980Rank #633

Peak Count368

Average Rank#2779

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1970 - 202313 years

The story of Jerad

Jerad is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1967. With 3,787 total births recorded, Jerad remains relatively uncommon.

Names that peaked alongside Jerad in 1983:

Michael Christopher Matthew David Joshua

Jerad by decade

Jerad peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1960s	42
1970s	701
1980s ★	1,915
1990s	878
2000s	206
2010s	45

💎With 3,787 total births, Jerad is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Jerad?

Common

JerJerieJery

What names sound and feel like Jerad?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Jerad also consider these

Jerrad

American · Rules by spear

Jeran

American · To be free

Jeray

American · Modern English

Jehad

Arabic · Striving

Gerad

English · spear strength

Jenay

American · God is gracious

Jemar

American · Derived from the

Jenard

American · Combination of 'J'

Common questions about the name Jerad

What does the name Jerad mean?

Jerad means "Hebrew" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Jerad?

Jerad is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Jerad?

Jerad originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Jerad?

Jerad is a two-syllable name pronounced JH IY1 R AE1 D. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Jerad a common or rare name?

Jerad is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.