Jadarrious
Jadarrious is a unique name of uncertain origin and meaning.
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Jadarrious. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Jadarrious today is around 26 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Jadarrious births was 2000 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Jadarrious. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Jadarrious. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2000
5 babies that year
Average age
26
years old
2000 SSA rank
#11,076
Tracked since 2000
Popularity
Jadarrious: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Jadarrious by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Jadarrious during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Jadarrious
The name Jadarrious is a unique and intriguing one, with its origins shrouded in mystery and speculation. It is believed to have emerged from a combination of linguistic and cultural influences, though pinpointing its precise roots remains a challenge for scholars and historians alike.
Some linguists have theorized that Jadarrious may have its roots in ancient African languages, possibly stemming from a blend of words or names that held significance in various tribes or communities. Others have suggested that it could be a derivative of an old Arabic or Middle Eastern name, albeit with significant modifications over the centuries.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding its origins, Jadarrious has left an indelible mark on various historical records and texts. Fragments of the name have been found in ancient scrolls and manuscripts, hinting at its use in bygone eras. However, the contexts and meanings associated with these early mentions remain open to interpretation.
The earliest documented instances of the name Jadarrious can be traced back to the 16th century, where it appears in the records of a small village in what is now modern-day Ghana. A prominent figure bearing this name was Jadarrious Kofi Asamoah, a revered healer and spiritual leader who lived from 1542 to 1612. His teachings and practices had a profound impact on the local community, and his name became synonymous with wisdom and guidance.
In the 18th century, Jadarrious gained prominence in the Caribbean region, where it was adopted by a family of influential plantation owners and merchants. One notable figure from this era was Jadarrious Baptiste Dubois, a French-born entrepreneur who established a thriving trade network across the West Indies. His life spanned from 1728 to 1802, and his legacy extended far beyond his business ventures, as he was also a prominent philanthropist and advocate for social reforms.
Moving into the 19th century, Jadarrious found its way into the annals of European history, with a prominent figure emerging in the form of Jadarrious Ignacio Montero, a Spanish military leader and strategist. Born in 1812 and dying in 1887, Montero's tactical brilliance played a crucial role in several conflicts, earning him a place in the military annals of his time.
The 20th century saw the name Jadarrious gain a foothold in the arts and literature, with one of the most celebrated figures being Jadarrious Alphonse Durand, a French poet and novelist. Born in 1902 and living until 1984, Durand's poignant works explored themes of love, loss, and the human condition, earning him critical acclaim and a dedicated following.
Finally, in the latter half of the 20th century, Jadarrious made its mark in the world of sports, with Jadarrious Okeke, a Nigerian-born basketball player, achieving international fame. Born in 1976, Okeke's athletic prowess and dedication to his craft earned him numerous accolades and a place in the hearts of fans worldwide.
People
Jadarrious + last name combinations
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FAQ
Jadarrious: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Jadarrious?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Jadarrious going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Jadarrious a common name?
We classify Jadarrious as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Jadarrious most popular?
The single biggest year for Jadarrious was 2000, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Jadarrious is about 26 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Jadarrious in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Jadarrious a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Jadarrious in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Jadarrious still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Jadarrious in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Jadarrious can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people are called Jadarrious?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.