Jarrelle
A masculine name potentially derived from the French word "jarre" (jar).
Name Census estimates that about 11 living Americans carry the first name Jarrelle. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Jarrelle today is around 29 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Jarrelle births was 1992 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Jarrelle. 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 Jarrelle. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
11
~ 1 in 31,159,485 Americans
Peak year
1992
6 babies that year
Average age
29
years old
2001 SSA rank
#11,321
Tracked since 1992
Popularity
Jarrelle: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Jarrelle from the 1990s through to the 2000s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1990s, with 6 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Jarrelle 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 Jarrelle during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Jarrelle
The given name Jarrelle finds its origins in the French language, being a variant of the more common name Jarrel or Jerell. The name likely emerged sometime during the Middle Ages, with its roots tracing back to the French word "jarre," meaning "jar" or "pitcher."
During the medieval period, occupational surnames were common, and it is believed that Jarrelle may have initially been a surname given to those involved in the production or trade of jars or pottery. As time passed, this occupational surname eventually transitioned into a given name.
While there are no definitive historical references or ancient texts mentioning the name Jarrelle directly, its connection to the French word "jarre" suggests that it may have been used in certain regions of France during the Middle Ages and Renaissance periods.
One of the earliest recorded examples of the name Jarrelle can be found in the 17th century. Jarrelle de Montfort (1625-1698) was a French explorer and cartographer known for his detailed maps of the Caribbean region.
Another notable figure bearing the name Jarrelle was Jarrelle DuBois (1758-1832), a French Revolutionary who played a significant role in the events leading up to the French Revolution. DuBois was a vocal advocate for the rights of the common people and was instrumental in spreading revolutionary ideas throughout France.
In the 19th century, Jarrelle Beaumont (1812-1884) was a renowned French botanist who made significant contributions to the study of plant species in the Mediterranean region. Beaumont's extensive research and publications earned him recognition among the scientific community of his time.
Jarrelle Mercier (1901-1978), a French artist and sculptor, gained recognition for his avant-garde works that challenged traditional artistic norms. His sculptures were celebrated for their unique forms and innovative use of materials.
In more recent times, Jarrelle Durand (1942-2021) was a prominent French author and poet whose works explored themes of existentialism, love, and the human condition. Durand's poetic works were widely acclaimed and earned him numerous literary awards throughout his career.
While the name Jarrelle may not be as common as its variants, it has been carried by several notable individuals throughout history, particularly in France and regions influenced by French culture.
People
Jarrelle + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Jarrelle 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
Jarrelle: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Jarrelle?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 11 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Jarrelle 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 Jarrelle a common name?
We classify Jarrelle 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 Jarrelle most popular?
The single biggest year for Jarrelle was 1992, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Jarrelle is about 29 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 Jarrelle in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Jarrelle a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Jarrelle 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 Jarrelle still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Jarrelle 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 Jarrelle 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 share the name Jarrelle?
For a quick modern take, check how many Americans are named Jarrelle on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.