Jorrit - Name meaning, Popularity, Personality, and More

Jorrit name Meaning and Dictionary

Name

Jorrit

Name Meaning

"Jorrit" This name derives from the Old High German “Gerhard,” composed of two elements “*gaizaz” (a spear, pike, javelin) plus “*harduz / *hardu-” (hard, strong, brave, fearless, powerful). The name means “strong with the spear, strong and brave spear-wearer.” The surname Ge(e)rdes is a patronymic form, “son of Ger(har)d,” that originated in Friesland around 1800. The name Gerald, while phonetically similar to Gerard, derives from a slightly different set of constituents: “*gaizaz” and “*waldaʐ” meaning “ruler, might, mighty one, power, powerful one.” 1) Saint Gerardo dei Tintori († 1207) was a saint of the Catholic Church, a joint patron saint (with Saint John the Baptist) of Monza in Italy, where he famous as the founder of a hospital. 2) The Blessed Gerhard Hirschfelder (1907–1942) was born in Gladz, Germany, and died in Dachau Concentration camp. Gerhard Hirschfeld was a German Catholic priest and martyr, beatified by Pope Benedict XVI in 2010. 3) Gerard Sagredo (980–1046) was an Italian Benedictine monk from Venice who served in the Kingdom of Hungary.

Definition

A male name of Dutch origin.

Pronunciations

YOR-rit
Jor-rit

Syllable

Jorrit Syllable count: There are 2 syllables in the name Jorrit
Divide Jorrit into syllables: jor-rit

Jorrit Overview and Analysis

Jorrit Gender statistics

The name Jorrit is typically used for Boys. Its a Masculine name with clear gender identification.

Popularity of the name Jorrit

The name Jorrit is classified as Very rare and ranked at the 103,926th most popular name in the Namedary database.

Country-Specific Popularity and Ranking of the Name Emma
Country	In-Country Rank	Population Share
Canada	58,688	0%
United States	94,664	0%
United Kingdom	94,664	0%
Australia	100,441	0%
New Zealand	115,207	0%

Where to find Jorrit?

The name Jorrit is predominantly found in Canada (CA), particularly in the state of Alberta (AL), where it constitutes 0% of the total population.

Jorrit Usage Trend Over Time

In recent years, the trend of using the name Jorrit has been static and not widely adopted when choosing names for babies. The name Jorrit was most used in 2010 with a usage rate of 100%. It was least used in 2010 with a usage rate of 100%.

To enhance readability, percentage is rounded up. Values less than 0.0015% have been omitted.
The data is carefully curated from authentic human sources and thoroughly analyzed from a wide range of sources.

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Names with a Similar Sound to Jorrit

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Origin and History of the name Jorrit

This name derives from the Old High German “Gerhard”, composed of two elements “*gaizaz” (a spear, pike, javelin) plus “*harduz / *hardu-” (hard, strong, brave, fearless, powerful).

The name means “strong with the spear, strong and brave spear-wearer”.The surname Ge(e)rdes is a patronymic form, “son of Ger(har)d”, that originated in Friesland around 1800.

The name Gerald, while phonetically similar to Gerard, derives from a slightly different set of constituents: “*gaizaz” and “*waldaʐ” meaning “ruler, might, mighty one, power, powerful one”.

1) Saint Gerardo dei Tintori († 1207) was a saint of the Catholic Church, a joint patron saint (with Saint John the Baptist) of Monza in Italy, where he famous as the founder of a hospital.

2) The Blessed Gerhard Hirschfelder (1907–1942) was born in Gladz, Germany, and died in Dachau Concentration camp.

Gerhard Hirschfeld was a German Catholic priest and martyr, beatified by Pope Benedict XVI in 2010.

3) Gerard Sagredo (980–1046) was an Italian Benedictine monk from Venice who served in the Kingdom of Hungary.

Jorrit in Chinese

Boy names translation to Chinese

Translation: 乔力特
Pronunce: (PinYin) : qiáo lì té

Girl names translation to Chinese

Translation: 若里特
Pronunce: (PinYin) : ruò lǐ té

Jorrit in Numerology

Jorrit: Name to Numerology Conversion
J	O	R	R	I	T
	6			9
1		9	9		2

Applying the rules of numerology (Pythagorean numerology):

Soul Number (Heart's Desire Number): Number 6
Expression Number (Personality Number): Number 3
Destiny Number (Life Path Number): Number 9

Conclusions about the name Jorrit

Should you named your son Jorrit?

According to the gender statistics, the name Jorrit is strongly associated with boys. This is because the name Jorrit is most commonly given to boys. As a result, people will generally assume that a baby named Jorrit is a boy.

Jorrit is a gender-appropriate name for a son. However, it is not a gender-appropriate name for a daughter.

Is Jorrit a good name?

The name Jorrit strike a harmonious balance between being easy to pronounce and possessing a touch of personality. The name Jorrit offer a pleasing cadence and a hint of individuality, making them a popular choice for parents.

What are the Pros and Cons of the name Jorrit?

Pros of the name Jorrit:

Uniqueness: Your child will probably be the only one or one of a few people with their name, which can make them feel special and unique.
Potential for creativity: You have the freedom to choose a name that is truly unique and reflects your child's personality.
May not become dated: If Jorrit has not changed in popularity for a long time, it is unlikely to go out of style.

Ultimately, the decision of whether or not to name your child Jorrit is a personal one. There is no right or wrong answer. Consider all of the factors listed above, and make the decision that you and your partner feel is best for your child.