Jah Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJah / dʒɑːHebrew; Jamaican Patois
Meaning
Hebrew: God is gracious; Jamaican Patois: Jah is a reference to God
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Jah is derived from the Hebrew name Yahweh, which is a representation of God's name in the Hebrew Bible. In Jamaican culture, Jah is often associated with the Rastafarian movement, where it signifies a divine presence. The name has gained popularity in various music genres, particularly reggae, due to its spiritual connotations.
Trend Summary
The name Jah has seen a niche popularity, particularly within reggae music circles and Rastafarian culture.
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Famous people named Jah
Jah Cure is a Jamaican reggae singer known for his soulful voice and impactful lyrics.
Jah Shaka is a British reggae sound system operator and producer, influential in the UK reggae scene.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jah was first seen in the United States in 1982. Jah has ranked as high as #1352 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in Texas, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, and California. In the past 5 years the name Jah has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jah (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1982 | 6 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 10 |
| 2001 | 12 |
| 2002 | 13 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 7 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2007 | 15 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 8 |
| 2010 | 12 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 6 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 13 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 8 |
| 2019 | 27 |
| 2020 | 38 |
| 2021 | 38 |
| 2022 | 41 |
| 2023 | 40 |
| 2024 | 33 |