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Jarrod

Boy name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Jarrod: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 3 births in 1990.

Jarrod is a variant of Jared, which ultimately derives from the Hebrew name Yared, meaning "descent" or "he shall come down," with biblical roots tracing back to a pre-flood patriarch in the Book of Genesis. The most famous modern bearer is likely the English actor Jarred Harris, known for his roles in *Mad Men* and *Chernobyl*, while the spelling "Jarrod" is shared by Australian rugby league star Jarrod Wallace. Geographically, the name shares its root with the Jordan River, though Jarrod itself has no direct place-name connections. Though less common in Scotland than its parent form Jared, this spelling gained modest popularity in the 1970s and 1980s, often seen as a more robust, surname-style alternative that carries a slightly Western or cowboy-esque feel thanks to its association with film and sports.