He who descends or rules
A variant of the Hebrew name Jared, which appears in the Old Testament. It is derived from the word 'yered', meaning 'descent', likely referring to the descent of angels or a lineage.
About 5 boys were named Jerod in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
NFL linebacker and head coach
College basketball coach and former player
