Jared Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Jared Name at a Glance

Name	Jared
Meaning	A ruling, commanding, coming down
Origin	Biblical
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Jared Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Jared means “A ruling, commanding, coming down”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Jared Name Origin

Our database records Jared under Biblical origin. Browse more Biblical baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Jared a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Jared is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Jared

When considering Jared for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.