US Popularity Rank: 671

Origin: Hebrew

Meaning: Descending, descent

Jared is a boy’s name of Hebrew origins meaning “descending” or "descent." Jared was a prominent biblical figure who lived to the age of 962. His etymology derives from the root yéred, meaning “descend,” which is in keeping with the days of the angels descending to earth. The name is frequently used by fictional characters in TV and film, and real-life bearers of the name include Jared Leto and Jared Padalecki. An edgy name rooted in faith, Jared is a perfect choice.