Zephaniah
Zephaniah: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /zɛfəˈnaɪə/
Meaning and origin of Zephaniah
- A male given name from Hebrew.
Etymology
From Hebrew צְפַנְיָה (ts'fanyá).
How popular is Zephaniah?
Since 1880, 477 girls and 3,380 boys in the U.S. have been named Zephaniah (12% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #4987 in 2016. Its highest rank for boys was #1143 in 2019. In 2025, 143 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
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Zephaniah FAQ
What does the name Zephaniah mean?
A male given name from Hebrew. From Hebrew צְפַנְיָה (ts'fanyá).
What is the origin of the name Zephaniah?
Zephaniah is listed as a name of Hebrew origin.
How popular is the name Zephaniah?
Since 1880, 477 girls and 3,380 boys in the U.S. have been named Zephaniah (12% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #4987 in 2016. Its highest rank for boys was #1143 in 2019. In 2025, 143 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Zephaniah a boy or girl name?
Zephaniah is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (477 girls and 3,380 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.