Jedediah
Jedediah: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Jedediah
- A male given name from Hebrew of biblical origin.
Etymology
Variant of Jedidiah.
How popular is Jedediah?
Since 1880, 3,298 boys in the U.S. have been named Jedediah. Its highest rank for boys was #542 in 1979. In 2025, 45 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Jedediah
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Sibling name ideas for Jedediah
Sister and brother names that share Jedediah's Hebrew roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Jedediah FAQ
What does the name Jedediah mean?
A male given name from Hebrew of biblical origin. Variant of Jedidiah.
What is the origin of the name Jedediah?
Jedediah is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Jedediah?
Since 1880, 3,298 boys in the U.S. have been named Jedediah. Its highest rank for boys was #542 in 1979. In 2025, 45 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Jedediah a boy or girl name?
Jedediah is mostly a boy name in the U.S.: 0 girls and 3,298 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.