Jerod

♂ Boy

Pronounced JAIR-ud /ˈdʒɛr.əd/Medium

Meaning: Jerod is a modern spelling of Jarrod/Jared, from the Hebrew Yared (Jared), 'descent; he descends.' Jared is a biblical name; this variant keeps its sound.Low

In 30 seconds: A crisp two-beat name: Jerod is a spelling of Jared, Hebrew 'descent' (said 'JAIR-ud'). Familiar and rooted.

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Origin MediumHebrew

MeaningJerod is a modern spelling of Jarrod/Jared, from the Hebrew Yared (Jared), 'descent; he descends.' Jared is a biblical name; this variant keeps its sound.

U.S. rank (2024)#11527 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births6 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year1980

Total births (all-time)≈ 6,009

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Jerod is a modern spelling of Jarrod or Jared, from the Hebrew Yared, 'descent; he descends.' Jared, an early biblical figure, gave rise to many spellings, and Jerod keeps the sound while lending a fresh look (said 'JAIR-ud').

It appears only rarely in the U.S., against steadier use of Jared. Rare, crisp, and rooted.

Did you know? Jerod carries the meaning of Jared - the Hebrew Yared, 'descent; he descends,' a name from Genesis. This spelling is a modern take on a biblical classic (said 'JAIR-ud').

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References - Jerod — Spelling of Jared/Jarrod; Hebrew 'descent'

Variations

JaredJarrodJarod

Nicknames

JerRod

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Jerod mean?

Jerod is a spelling of Jared, from the Hebrew Yared, 'descent; he descends.'

How do you pronounce Jerod?

It's said JAIR-ud /ˈdʒɛr.əd/ - two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Jerod a boy or girl name?

Here Jerod is used as a boy's name.

How popular is Jerod?

Jerod is a rare name for boys in the U.S., while Jared is more common.