A 1980s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Jerrett since 1967
Babies named Jerrett per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 28 |
| 1970s | 198 |
| 1980s | 360 |
| 1990s | 304 |
| 2000s | 216 |
| 2010s | 120 |
| 2020s | 17 |
Meaning & origin
Jerrett first appeared on U.S. birth records in 1967, and its peak year of usage was 1980, though even then it never broke into the national top 1000. Since 2022, however, the name has been on a rising trajectory, albeit from a very low baseline. The rarity of Jerrett means there is no data on a 1-in-N frequency, and it has never been concentrated in any particular state. This contemporary revival may reflect parents drawn to the crisp, two-syllable sound and the popular '-ett' ending seen in names like Bennett and Everett. Jerrett remains an uncommon choice, offering a distinct alternative to more familiar Garrett or Jarrett.
Jerrett is a modern spelling variant of Garrett, itself an English surname that originated as a medieval given name from the Norman French form of Gerard. The name Gerard is composed of the Germanic elements 'ger' (spear) and 'hard' (brave, hardy), thus interpreting as 'spear strength'. It emerged as a given name in the English-speaking world in the 20th century, particularly in the United States.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jerry, Jett
Sibling names for Jerrett
Names that share Jerrett's style, for a brother or sister.
