MallowbyNames

Jarmon

JAR-mən · Modern invented name, possibly a blend of 'Jar' (from names like Jared or Jarvis) and '-mon' (from Harmon or Damon), or an altered spelling of German surname Jarman.

Peak popularity
1986
Usually for
Boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Jarmon since 1975

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

4711198020002020Most births 1986Boys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeBoys
1970s21
1980s49
1990s24
2000s17
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Jarmon is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1975. It saw its peak year in 1986, but has since remained stable with very low usage. The name has never cracked the top 1000, and data shows a one-in-N incidence too small to report. Its origins are uncertain, but it is likely a blend of elements from more common names like Jared or Harmon, or a variant of the surname Jarman. Jarmon has no recorded top states, indicating its usage is scattered across the country. For parents seeking a distinctive and uncommon name with a modern feel, Jarmon offers a simple phonetic structure and easy pronunciation, though it carries no deep historical or cultural roots.

Jarmon first appeared in U.S. records in 1975, with its highest usage in 1986. It is likely a modern coinage formed by combining elements from other given names, such as the 'Jar-' from Jared or Jarvis and the '-mon' from Harmon or Damon. Alternatively, it may be a variant of the surname Jarman, which itself derives from the given name German or Herman. The name has never been common, and its use remains rare.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Jar, Jarm

Variants: Jarman

Sibling names for Jarmon

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

Sisters: Jada, Kara, Mara, Tara, Darla

Brothers: Jarrod, Harmon, Damon, Gavin, Marlon

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Questions parents ask

What is the meaning of the name Jarmon?
Jarmon is a modern invented name likely derived from a blend of name elements like 'Jar-' and '-mon' or an altered spelling of the surname Jarman. Its exact meaning is not established.
Is Jarmon a popular name today?
No, Jarmon is not among the top 1000 names. It peaked in 1986 and has since remained stable but very rare.
Is Jarmon a boy's name or a girl's name?
Jarmon is almost exclusively used for boys, based on historical U.S. data.