Holding steady.
Popularity of Jarmar since 1972
Babies named Jarmar per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 74 |
| 1980s | 179 |
| 1990s | 73 |
| 2000s | 23 |
| 2010s | 10 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Jarmar is a modern American given name that emerged in birth records starting in 1972, with its most notable year being 1988 when it reached its peak usage. Although it has never entered the top 1000 names, its usage has remained stable, reflecting a consistent but niche choice. The name's origins are unclear, but it appears to be a creative blend of sounds popular in the late 20th century, particularly among African American communities. Its rarity gives it a distinctive feel, and it has not been recorded among any top state lists, indicating its spread is scattered across the country.
Jarmar appears to be a modern American coinage, likely formed from the popular first syllable 'Jar-' (as in Jared or Jarvis) combined with the suffix '-mar' (reminiscent of names like Lamar or Jamar). There is no established etymology or historical use outside of the United States. It first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1972 and saw modest usage, particularly in the 1980s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jar, J
Variants: Jamar, Jarmarr
Sibling names for Jarmar
Names that share Jarmar's style, for a brother or sister.
