| Meaning | descent |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Gender | Boy |
| Popularity | Popular |
| Length | 5 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Syllabification | Jar-ed |
About Jared
Solid, dependable, and timelessly appealing—Jared represents stability without being boring. This name has proven its worth across generations, maintaining relevance without feeling dated. There's a certain straightforwardness to Jared that people appreciate; it's honest and unpretentious. The name works across all ages and stages of life, from toddler to professional, without requiring adjustment or explanation. Jared balances familiarity with individuality—recognizable enough to be accessible but not so common as to be generic. It's the kind of name that wears well, that people can trust. Parents choosing Jared often value reliability and substance over flash and trend. The name suggests someone grounded and genuine, capable and confident without needing to prove it. Jared is proof that classic choices remain classic for good reason, offering security in a name that will never let your child down.
Nicknames for Jared
| Jay |
| Jar |
| Red |
| JJ |
Famous People Named Jared
| Jared Leto | American actor and musician |
| Jared Padalecki | American actor |
| Jared Harris | British actor |
| Jared Kushner | American businessman and political figure |
| Jared Diamond | American author and scientist |
| Jared Fogle | American spokesperson and former Subway spokesperson |
| Jared Goff | American football player |
| Jared Dudley | American basketball player |
| Jared S. Gilmore | American actor |
| Jared Hess | American filmmaker |
| Jared Allen | American football player |
| Jared Polis | American politician |
| Jared Abbrederis | American football player |
| Jared McCann | Canadian ice hockey player |
| Jared Veldheer | American football player |
| Jared Cowen | Canadian ice hockey player |
| Jared Wickerham | American photographer |
| Jared Cook | American football player |
| Jared Borgetti | Mexican footballer |
| Jared Harper | American basketball player |
Characters Named Jared
| Jared Grace | The Spiderwick Chronicles |
| Jared Howe | The Host by Stephenie Meyer |
| Jared Cameron | Twilight Saga |
| Jared Dunn | Silicon Valley |
| Jared Wyndham | Alias |
| Jared Kincaid | The Dresden Files |
| Jared Franklin | The Practice |
| Jared Booth | Bones |
| Jared Smith | Mad Men |
| Jared Vasquez | Heroes |
| Jared Malachai | The Covenant |
| Jared Dorkhäg | The Mortal Instruments series |
| Jared Harris | The Magnificent Seven |
| Jared Kane | The 100 |
| Jared Nomak | Blade - Trinity |