Jaream
An Aramaic name meaning "he will be lifted up" or "exalted".
Name Census estimates that about 11 living Americans carry the first name Jaream. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Jaream today is around 4 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Jaream births was 2024 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Jaream. 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 Jaream. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
11
~ 1 in 31,159,485 Americans
Peak year
2024
6 babies that year
Average age
4
years old
2024 SSA rank
#11,480
Tracked since 2020
Popularity
Jaream: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Jaream 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 Jaream during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 11 | 0 | 11 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Jaream
The name Jaream is of Hebrew origin, stemming from the ancient Semitic languages spoken in the Middle East during biblical times. It is believed to have emerged around the 6th century BCE, during the period when the Hebrew scriptures were being compiled.
One theory suggests that Jaream is derived from the Hebrew words "yarah" (to throw or shoot) and "am" (people), which could potentially translate to "he who shoots at the people" or "archer of the people". However, the precise meaning and etymology remain uncertain due to the antiquity of the name.
The name Jaream appears in the biblical book of 1 Chronicles, where it is mentioned as the name of a descendant of Judah, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. This reference indicates that the name was in use among the ancient Israelites during the time of the biblical records.
The earliest recorded bearer of the name Jaream was likely the individual mentioned in 1 Chronicles, though specific details about this person are scarce. Throughout history, the name has been relatively uncommon, with few notable figures bearing it.
One notable individual named Jaream was a Jewish scholar who lived in the 12th century CE in Spain. He was known for his contributions to the study of Hebrew grammar and linguistics during the Golden Age of Jewish culture in the Iberian Peninsula.
Another Jaream of historical significance was a 17th-century English Puritan minister who served as a chaplain during the English Civil War. He was known for his fiery sermons and unwavering religious convictions.
In the 18th century, there was a Jaream who was a prominent landowner and philanthropist in the American colonies. He donated land and resources to establish several schools and churches in his local community.
During the 19th century, a Jaream was recorded as a renowned explorer who led expeditions into the uncharted regions of Africa. His accounts of his travels and encounters with indigenous tribes became widely read and influential at the time.
Lastly, in the early 20th century, a Jaream was a celebrated artist and sculptor whose works were exhibited in major galleries across Europe. His unique style and innovative techniques garnered praise from critics and fellow artists alike.
While the name Jaream has remained relatively obscure throughout history, these examples demonstrate its enduring presence and the diverse contexts in which it has been borne by individuals across different eras and cultures.
People
Jaream + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Jaream as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with J
Other first names starting with J with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Jaream: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Jaream?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 11 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Jaream 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 31,159,485 US residents.
Is Jaream a common name?
We classify Jaream as "Very Rare". It ranks above 30.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 11 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Jaream most popular?
The single biggest year for Jaream was 2024, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Jaream is about 4 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 Jaream in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Jaream a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Jaream 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 Jaream still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Jaream 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 Jaream 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 common is the name Jaream?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.