Jarrett
Meaning of Jarrett
Jarrett is a masculine name with American and British English pronunciations, both pronounced as JARE-it (/ˈdʒɛr ɪt/). It has variations such as Jared and Garrett. The origin of the name Jarrett is uncertain, but it is believed to have originated from the Hebrew name Yared, meaning "descent" or "to descend".
In terms of popularity in the United States, Jarrett has been consistently used for baby boys over the years. In recent years, its ranking has fluctuated between around 300 and 900. However, it was most popular in the late 1970s and early 1980s when it reached its highest ranking at around 250. Despite some fluctuations, Jarrett remains a recognizable and well-used name for parents considering options for their baby boys.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as JARE-it (/ˈdʒɛr ɪt/)
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Notable People Named Jarrett
| Jarrett Hurd is a former unified light middleweight world champion and a top-ranked American professional boxer. |
| Jarrett Culver is an American professional basketball player for the Rio Grande Valley Vipers of the NBA G League, known for his college basketball career with the Texas Tech Red Raiders. |
| Jarrett Allen is an American professional basketball player known for his time with the Cleveland Cavaliers and his selection to the NBA All-Star Game in 2022. |
| Jarrett Walter Payton is a former American football running back, the son of Walter Payton, and host of the Jarrett Payton Show. |
| Jarrett J. Krosoczka is a renowned author and illustrator, best known for creating the popular Lunch Lady series along with several graphic novels and picture books. |
