Jerred, derived from the Hebrew name Jeremiah, signifies 'exalted' or 'appointed by God.' It gained popularity as a given name in the late 19th and early 20th centuries before experiencing a decline in usage. Notable figures with this name include Jerred Todd Harper, an American musician known for his work in the band The All-American Rejects.
The name Jerred experienced significant popularity between 1970 and 1993, with a peak of 64 births in 1988. However, it has since declined substantially, with fewer than 10 births per year recorded from 2006 onwards, including only 5 births in 2010 and 2018 respectively. Overall, there have been 1569 recorded births of the name Jerred since 1968.