UK boy's name
Jaret
A masculine name of Germanic origin meaning "from Germanic tribe".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2007. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Jaret is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Jaret popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2007 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3589, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2007, with 4 births.
This profile covers 4 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2007 to 2007. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Jaret is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 4 living people in the UK are called Jaret. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2008 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Jaret ranked #3589 for boys in England and Wales in 2007, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2007, when 4 boys were registered as Jaret.
- • About 4 living people in the UK are estimated to have Jaret as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3589
2007
Births in 2007
4
Latest year
Peak year
2007
4 births
Estimated living
4
2026
Meaning
What does Jaret mean?
The name Jaret originates from the Hebrew language and culture, with its roots tracing back to ancient times. It is believed to be a variant or diminutive form of the Hebrew name Jared, which means "descent" or "one who descends." This name has biblical origins, as it appears in the Book of Genesis, where Jared was the father of Enoch and an ancestor of Noah.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Jaret can be found in medieval European records, particularly in France and England during the Middle Ages. It was sometimes spelled as Jarat or Jarat, reflecting the variations in spelling and pronunciation that occurred during that era.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Jaret. One of the earliest was Jaret de Beaumont (c. 1150-1210), a French nobleman and crusader who participated in the Third Crusade under King Richard I of England.
In the realm of literature, Jaret Rickhardt (1601-1671) was a German poet and playwright known for his contributions to the Baroque literary movement. His works, including the play "Der verliebte Student" (The Amorous Student), were widely celebrated in his time.
Moving forward in history, Jaret Maddox (1789-1862) was an American politician and lawyer who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from Georgia in the mid-19th century.
In the field of music, Jaret Reddick (born 1972) is an American singer-songwriter and the lead vocalist of the rock band Bowling for Soup. He has been a prominent figure in the pop-punk and alternative rock scenes since the late 1990s.
Finally, Jaret Shea (born 1984) is a contemporary American artist known for his intricate and imaginative drawings. His works have been exhibited in galleries and museums across the United States and internationally.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have carried the name Jaret throughout history, showcasing its enduring presence across various cultures, professions, and time periods.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Jaret by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Jaret was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #3589 | 4 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Jaret
- Jack 188,738
- Joshua 145,192
- James 141,878
- Joseph 102,259
- Jacob 93,754
- Jake 66,896
- Jamie 41,243
- Jordan 36,750
- Jayden 28,921
- Jude 24,156
- John 22,240
- Joe 19,164
FAQ
Jaret: questions and answers
How popular is the name Jaret in the UK right now?
In 2007, Jaret was ranked #3589 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Jaret most popular?
The peak year on record was 2007, with 4 babies registered as Jaret in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Jaret?
A masculine name of Germanic origin meaning "from Germanic tribe".
How many people are called Jaret in the UK?
A total of 4 babies have been registered as Jaret across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.