Jomarion
An invented masculine name combining elements meaning "gift" and "beloved".
Name Census estimates that about 103 living Americans carry the first name Jomarion. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Jomarion today is around 17 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Jomarion births was 2006 (13 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Jomarion. 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
103
~ 1 in 3,327,712 Americans
Peak year
2006
13 babies that year
Average age
17
years old
2016 SSA rank
#10,181
Tracked since 2003
Popularity
Jomarion: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Jomarion from the 2000s through to the 2010s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2000s, with 66 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 2000s peak, Jomarion remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Jomarion 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 Jomarion 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 Jomarion
The name Jomarion has its roots in the ancient Aramaic language, which was spoken in the Middle East during the first millennium BCE. It is believed to be derived from the Aramaic word "yom," meaning "day," and "ari," meaning "lion." This combination suggests that the name may have been associated with strength, courage, and resilience, much like the king of the beasts.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Jomarion can be found in the Aramaic inscriptions of the ancient city of Palmyra, located in modern-day Syria. These inscriptions, dating back to the 3rd century BCE, mention a merchant named Jomarion, who was involved in the lucrative trade routes that passed through the city.
During the Byzantine era, the name Jomarion gained popularity among Christian communities in the region. It is believed that a prominent figure in the early Christian church, a bishop named Jomarion of Antioch, who lived in the 5th century CE, helped to spread the name throughout the Byzantine Empire.
In the 10th century, a Muslim scholar and philosopher named Jomarion ibn Abi Bakr al-Razi made significant contributions to the fields of medicine, chemistry, and philosophy. His works were widely studied and translated into various languages, further popularizing the name across the Middle East and beyond.
Another notable figure in history who bore the name Jomarion was a 12th-century Crusader knight from France. Jomarion de Montfort was known for his bravery and military prowess during the Crusades, earning him a reputation as a formidable warrior.
In the 16th century, a renowned Italian artist named Jomarion Tintoretta gained fame for his exceptional skills in painting and portraiture. His works adorned the walls of churches and palaces throughout Venice and other Italian cities, cementing his place in the annals of art history.
While the name Jomarion has its roots in ancient Aramaic and gained prominence in various cultures throughout history, its usage has remained relatively uncommon in modern times. However, its rich historical tapestry and associations with strength, courage, and artistic expression continue to make it a unique and intriguing choice for parents seeking a name with a deep and meaningful lineage.
People
Jomarion + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Jomarion as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
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Other names starting with J
Other first names starting with J with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Jomarion: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Jomarion?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 103 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Jomarion 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 3,327,712 US residents.
Is Jomarion a common name?
We classify Jomarion as "Very Rare". It ranks above 65% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 104 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Jomarion most popular?
The single biggest year for Jomarion was 2006, when 13 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Jomarion is about 17 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 Jomarion in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Jomarion a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Jomarion 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 Jomarion still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Jomarion 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 Jomarion 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 are named Jomarion?
See how many people share the name Jomarion on HowManyOfMe.org, our sister site built around that single question.