MallowbyNames

Jarelle

juh-REL · Of uncertain origin; possibly a modern invented name.

Peak popularity
1989
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Jarelle since 1983

Babies named Jarelle per year in U.S. Social Security records.

613191990200020102020Most births 1989Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1980s73
1990s105
2000s94
2010s54
2020s6

Meaning & origin

Jarelle is a modern invented name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1983. It reached its peak popularity in 1989, though it has never entered the top 1000 rankings. The name shows a stable trajectory over time, with no notable resurgence in recent decades. Its construction suggests a blend of the popular 'Jar-' prefix and the feminine-sounding '-elle' suffix, giving it a unisex quality. Despite its lack of historical roots, Jarelle has a melodic appeal that fits well with other invented names from the 1980s and 1990s. Top states for Jarelle are not recorded, indicating its rarity across the country.

Jarelle first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1983, peaking in use around 1989. It is most likely a modern coinage, formed from the popular syllable 'Jar-' (as in Jared or Jarrod) plus the fashionable suffix '-elle', which gives it a melodic, unisex quality. No traditional etymology or meaning is attested.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Jar, Jare, Elle

Variants: Jarel, Jarell, Jarrell

Sibling names for Jarelle

Names that share Jarelle's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Jarelle mean?
The meaning of Jarelle is uncertain; it is likely a modern invented name with no traditional meaning.
How popular is the name Jarelle?
Jarelle has never ranked in the U.S. top 1000. Its peak year was 1989, and its usage has been stable since the 1980s.
Is Jarelle a boy's or girl's name?
Jarelle is usually given to boys, per U.S. Social Security data.