Jed
Jed: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /dอกสษd/
Meaning and origin of Jed
- A diminutive of the male given name Jedidiah.
How popular is Jed?
Since 1880, 8,945 boys in the U.S. have been named Jed. Its highest rank for boys was #484 in 1978. In 2025, 76 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Jed FAQ
What does the name Jed mean?
A diminutive of the male given name Jedidiah.
How popular is the name Jed?
Since 1880, 8,945 boys in the U.S. have been named Jed. Its highest rank for boys was #484 in 1978. In 2025, 76 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Jed a boy or girl name?
Jed is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 8,945 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880โ2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.