Yered

יֶרֶד

• Gender: Male
• Origin: Biblical / Rabbinic Hebrew
• Meaning: descent

• Yered is the original Hebrew form of the name Jared, appearing in Genesis as an ancestor of Noah who lived to the remarkable age of 962. The name is connected to the Hebrew root for descent, conjuring images of powerful mountain streams cascading downward. In rabbinic tradition, Yered is also linked to Moses, adding yet another layer of significance to an already rich legacy.

  For parents who love the sound of Jared but want the authentic Hebrew pronunciation, this is a fascinating alternative. It has a crisp, clean sound that feels both ancient and modern at once. For families who appreciate the distinction between a translated name and the source text, Yered carries a weight that Jared simply cannot.

• Alternate Spellings: Yared
• English Equivalent:
  Jared
• Potential Sibling Name:
  Dina
  ,
  Mayim
  ,
  Lavan
  ,
  Naftali
• Theme: family