Jarl
boy nameJarl entered the US charts in 1919, peaked at #2862 in 1947, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1919–2025
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rank today
#2862
peak (1947)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4168 |
| 1920s | #3983 |
| 1930s | #3703 |
| 1940s | #3276 |
| 1950s | #3597 |
| 1960s | #3717 |
| 1970s | #4336 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Jarl are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Jarl alive today was born around 1952, making them about 73 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jarl in 2025?
- Jarl is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Jarl most popular?
- Jarl peaked in 1947, reaching #2862 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Jarl with classmates?
- Jarl will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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