Holding steady.
Popularity of Jarrius since 1987
Babies named Jarrius per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 14 |
| 1990s | 81 |
| 2000s | 65 |
| 2010s | 5 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Jarrius is a modern American invention that first appeared in 1987. Its usage peaked in 1998, reflecting the late 1990s trend for names ending in "-ius" and starting with "Jar-". Since then, it has remained rare, with no significant resurgence. The name does not have a clear meaning or long history, but its sound fits well with other contemporary coinages. As of the latest data, Jarrius has not ranked in national popularity charts, making it an uncommon choice for parents seeking a distinctive name.
Jarrius appears to be a modern coinage, likely formed by blending the popular prefix "Jarr-" (as in Jarrod or Jarrett) with the fashionable suffix "-ius" seen in names like Darius and Marius. It first appeared in the United States in 1987 and saw modest use, peaking in 1998. The name does not have a long historical or cultural tradition.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jarr, Rius
Sibling names for Jarrius
Names that share Jarrius's style, for a brother or sister.
