Jebediah Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJEB-uh-dye-uh / /ˌdʒɛb.əˈdaɪ.ə/Hebrew
Meaning
Hebrew: beloved friend; English: variant of Jedediah
Historical & Cultural Background
Jebediah is derived from the Hebrew name Yedidyah, which means 'beloved of the Lord.' It appears in the Old Testament as the name given to Solomon by the prophet Nathan. The name has been used in various forms throughout history, particularly in religious contexts. In American culture, Jebediah has been popularized through literature and media, often associated with traditional or rustic themes.
Trend Summary
Jebediah has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, often associated with traditional or biblical naming trends.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jeb
- Jed
International Variants
- Yedidyah (Hebrew)
Famous people named Jebediah
Jebediah Springfield is a fictional character from 'The Simpsons,' known as the founder of Springfield.
Jebediah Kerman is a character in the game 'Kerbal Space Program,' recognized as an early astronaut.
Fictional characters named Jebediah
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jebediah was first seen in the United States in 1973. Jebediah has ranked as high as #1394 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in California, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Jebediah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jebediah (2015)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 15 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1976 | 13 |
| 1977 | 21 |
| 1978 | 23 |
| 1979 | 22 |
| 1980 | 18 |
| 1981 | 14 |
| 1982 | 11 |
| 1983 | 13 |
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1991 | 5 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1993 | 11 |
| 1994 | 8 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 17 |
| 2001 | 21 |
| 2002 | 18 |
| 2003 | 13 |
| 2004 | 13 |
| 2005 | 18 |
| 2006 | 19 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 18 |
| 2010 | 12 |
| 2011 | 13 |
| 2012 | 11 |
| 2013 | 16 |
| 2014 | 26 |
| 2015 | 28 |
| 2016 | 29 |
| 2017 | 22 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 26 |
| 2020 | 13 |
| 2021 | 27 |
| 2022 | 17 |
| 2023 | 20 |
| 2024 | 24 |