Jareth
boy name#1867 in 2025Jareth entered the US charts in 1986, peaked at #1439 in 1987, ranks #1867 today — a vintage name making a comeback.
Popularity 1986–2025
#1867
rank today
#1439
peak (1987)
84
babies in 2025
comeback
a vintage name making a comeback
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #2243 |
| 1990s | #2431 |
| 2000s | #2064 |
| 2010s | #2312 |
| 2020s | #2170 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Jareth has been most popular in TX, CA, NY.
Living bearers
About 2,000 people named Jareth are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Jareth alive today was born around 2009, making them about 16 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jareth in 2025?
- Jareth ranks #1867 among US boy names in 2025, with 84 babies given the name.
- When was the name Jareth most popular?
- Jareth peaked in 1987, reaching #1439 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Jareth with classmates?
- Jareth will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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