Jarris
An invented name of uncertain meaning, potentially blending French and English elements.
Name Census estimates that about 132 living Americans carry the first name Jarris. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Jarris today is around 35 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Jarris births was 1987 (16 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Jarris. 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.
People living today
132
~ 1 in 2,596,624 Americans
Peak year
1987
16 babies that year
Average age
35
years old
2007 SSA rank
#10,245
Tracked since 1981
Popularity
Jarris: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Jarris from the 1980s through to the 2000s, spanning 3 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1980s, with 78 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 1980s peak, Jarris remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Jarris 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 Jarris 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 Jarris
The given name Jarris is believed to have originated from the ancient Celtic language spoken in parts of Europe during the Iron Age. The name is thought to be derived from the Proto-Celtic root word "iarr," which means "to seek" or "to search." This root word is also found in other Celtic names such as Jared and Jareth.
In ancient Celtic culture, names often carried symbolic meaning and were meant to reflect the characteristics or aspirations of the bearer. The name Jarris may have been given to individuals with a spirit of exploration, curiosity, or a desire for knowledge.
While the exact origins of the name are shrouded in the mists of time, some historians believe it may have been mentioned in ancient Celtic bardic tales or oral traditions that were passed down through generations. However, there are no known written records of the name from that era.
The earliest recorded use of the name Jarris dates back to the 11th century, when it appeared in medieval Welsh manuscripts. During this period, the name was spelled in various forms, such as "Iarris" and "Yarris," reflecting the evolution of language and regional dialects.
Throughout history, there have been several notable individuals who bore the name Jarris. One of the earliest known figures was Jarris ap Rhys (c. 1100-1165), a Welsh nobleman and warrior who played a significant role in the conflicts between the Welsh princes and the Norman invaders.
In the 16th century, Jarris Payne (c. 1520-1590) was an English playwright and poet who was known for his works that explored themes of love, loss, and the human condition.
During the 17th century, Jarris Blackwood (1619-1701) was a Scottish philosopher and theologian who made significant contributions to the field of metaphysics and the study of the nature of reality.
In the 19th century, Jarris Whitaker (1822-1891) was a renowned English architect who designed several notable buildings, including churches and public buildings, in the Gothic Revival style.
More recently, Jarris Callender (1910-1995) was an American artist and sculptor who gained recognition for his abstract works and his use of various materials, including metal, stone, and wood.
These are just a few examples of individuals who have borne the name Jarris throughout history, each leaving their mark in their respective fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of human culture and achievement.
People
Jarris + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Jarris 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
Jarris: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Jarris?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 132 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Jarris 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 2,596,624 US residents.
Is Jarris a common name?
We classify Jarris as "Very Rare". It ranks above 68.5% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 136 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Jarris most popular?
The single biggest year for Jarris was 1987, when 16 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Jarris is about 35 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Jarris a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Jarris 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.
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.