Jareo
A name of uncertain origin, potentially meaning "arrowhead" or "precious stone."
Name Census estimates that about 13 living Americans carry the first name Jareo. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Jareo today is around 43 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Jareo births was 1982 (7 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Jareo. 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 Jareo. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
13
~ 1 in 26,365,718 Americans
Peak year
1982
7 babies that year
Average age
43
years old
1987 SSA rank
#5,743
Tracked since 1982
Popularity
Jareo: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Jareo 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 Jareo during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1980s | 14 | 0 | 14 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Jareo
The name Jareo originated in the ancient Etruscan civilization, which flourished in what is now modern-day Italy during the 8th to 3rd centuries BC. It is derived from the Etruscan word "jarune," meaning "oak tree," symbolizing strength, resilience, and longevity. The name's earliest recorded use can be traced back to a set of Etruscan burial inscriptions found in the necropolis of Tarquinia, dating back to the 6th century BC.
In the 1st century AD, the Roman historian Pliny the Elder mentioned the name Jareo in his seminal work "Naturalis Historia," referring to a prominent Etruscan noble who was known for his expertise in agriculture and viticulture. This reference suggests that the name held significance and prestige among the Etruscan elite during that time.
One of the earliest notable figures to bear the name Jareo was a Samnite warrior who fought against the Roman Republic during the Samnite Wars in the 4th century BC. His bravery and tactical acumen were celebrated in ancient Roman accounts, and his name became synonymous with valor and military prowess.
In the 12th century, a scholar and philosopher named Jareo di Montalcino gained recognition for his contributions to the study of logic and metaphysics. His treatises on Aristotelian philosophy were widely read and influenced the intellectual discourse of the time.
During the Renaissance period, a renowned Italian architect named Jareo Bresciano (1480-1558) left his mark on the architectural landscape of northern Italy. He was particularly renowned for his innovative use of arches and domes, which can be seen in several churches and public buildings throughout the region.
Another noteworthy figure was Jareo Falconi (1625-1692), a Baroque painter from Bologna, Italy. His masterful religious paintings adorned numerous churches and galleries, and his work was highly sought after by wealthy patrons and the Catholic Church.
In the 19th century, a Italian composer and violinist named Jareo Puccini (1812-1884) gained recognition for his operas and chamber music compositions. Although overshadowed by his more famous nephew, Giacomo Puccini, Jareo's works were highly regarded in his time and contributed to the rich musical heritage of Italy.
People
Jareo + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Jareo 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
Jareo: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Jareo?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 13 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Jareo 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 26,365,718 US residents.
Is Jareo a common name?
We classify Jareo as "Very Rare". It ranks above 33.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 14 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Jareo most popular?
The single biggest year for Jareo was 1982, when 7 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Jareo is about 43 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 Jareo in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Jareo a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Jareo 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 Jareo still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Jareo 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 Jareo 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 have Jareo as a first name?
For a quick modern take, check how many people have the name Jareo on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.