Jagger is a given name derived from an English surname. Historically, a jagger referred to someone who owned or managed a team of packhorses, making this occupation the likely origin of the surname. As a first name, Jagger is almost exclusively used in honor of the iconic British musician Sir Michael Philip Mick Jagger (born 1943), the lead vocalist of the Rolling Stones. Etymology and Historical Origins The surname Jagger is of English occupational origin, derived from the Middle English word jagour or jager, which itself traces back to the Old English jeger meaning "peddler" or "hawker". A jagger was a pack-horse driver or a carrier of goods by horse—a widespread role in medieval times. This origin explains the parallel meaning as "carter" or "peddler." Use as a Given Name The adoption of Jagger as a first name for boys gained traction from the late 20th century onward, directly inspired by Mick Jagger, the Rolling Stones' frontman known for his flamboyant stage presence and for co-writing classics like "(I Can't Get No) Satisfaction." Though relatively uncommon, Jagger and modern alternatives like Mick enjoy occasional use in English-speaking countries, particularly the United Kingdom, United States, and Australia. Notable Bearers of the Surname The Jagger clan includes several notable figures: Mick Jagger (born 1943) – lead singer of The Rolling Stones; also patronymic of Jerry, Karis, Jade, Elizabeth, Georgia, and nephew Morven. Bianca Jagger (born 1945) – Nicaraguan-born human rights activist and occasional actress. Dean Jagger (1903–1991) – Oscar-winning US film and stage actor (12 O'Clock High, Brigham Young). Charles Sargeant Jagger (1885–1934) – British sculptor known for his war memorials, including the prestigious London Royal Artillery Monument. Chris Jagger (born 1947) – musician whose eccentric blues career owes no small debt to brother Mick's influence. Two significant female Jaggers grace only brief archives: Jane (1936 murder victim) and Agnes (see below). Variants and Related Names Similar modern origin parallels are taken directly from surnames or fan-admiration honorifics; fald forms such as Jagger-Johansson are less common. Distribution and Popularity Data from multilingual onomastic services (compiled before 2021) show light but renewed reacquisition for infants across Virginia, Adelaide, and Leeds post 2010 — likely to rise further on UStables rolling upwards. Meaning: Carter, peddler, horse-dealer Origin: English Type: Given name (transference from surname) Usage Regions: United Kingdom, United States, Australia