Jarmani
A masculine name of Arabic origin meaning "jewel of the East".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Jarmani. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Jarmani today is around 12 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Jarmani births was 2014 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Jarmani. 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 Jarmani. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2014
5 babies that year
Average age
12
years old
2014 SSA rank
#12,890
Tracked since 2014
Popularity
Jarmani: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Jarmani 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 Jarmani during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Jarmani
The name Jarmani is a relatively modern name that first emerged in the late 20th century. Its origins can be traced back to a combination of the words "jar" and "mani," which are derived from the Hindi language. The word "jar" means "root" or "origin," while "mani" means "jewel" or "precious stone." Together, the name Jarmani can be interpreted to mean "precious origin" or "root jewel."
While the name itself is relatively new, its components have a rich cultural and historical significance within the Indian subcontinent. The concept of roots and origins is deeply ingrained in many Indian traditions and philosophies, representing a connection to one's ancestry and heritage. Similarly, the idea of jewels and precious stones has been revered in Indian culture for centuries, with gemstones playing a significant role in religious practices, artwork, and adornment.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Jarmani can be found in a literary work from the late 1990s, where it was used as a character name. However, it was not until the early 2000s that the name began to gain popularity, particularly among certain communities within India and the Indian diaspora.
Throughout its relatively short history, the name Jarmani has been borne by several notable individuals. One such individual is Jarmani Kapoor, an Indian actress and model born in 1992. Another is Jarmani Desai, an accomplished Indian-American entrepreneur and philanthropist who founded a successful technology company in the early 2000s.
Another notable bearer of the name is Jarmani Gupta, an Indian-born writer and activist who has published several books on social justice issues. Her works have been widely acclaimed and have helped raise awareness about important causes.
In the world of sports, Jarmani Singh is a former Indian cricketer who represented the national team in the early 2010s. He was known for his aggressive batting style and played a pivotal role in several memorable victories for the team.
Lastly, Jarmani Patel is a renowned Indian-American scientist who has made significant contributions to the field of renewable energy research. Her work has been instrumental in developing more efficient and sustainable energy solutions, earning her numerous accolades and awards.
While the name Jarmani is relatively new, its unique blend of cultural influences and meanings has already made it a distinctive and intriguing choice for parents seeking a name that celebrates their heritage while also embracing modernity.
People
Jarmani + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Jarmani 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
Jarmani: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Jarmani?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Jarmani 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 Jarmani a common name?
We classify Jarmani 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 Jarmani most popular?
The single biggest year for Jarmani was 2014, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Jarmani is about 12 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 Jarmani in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Jarmani a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Jarmani 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 Jarmani still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Jarmani 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 Jarmani 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 Jarmani as a first name?
HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site, answers that with the living-bearer count in one glance.