Jeth Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJeth / dʒɛθHebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: 'God is gracious'; English: diminutive of Jethro
Historical & Cultural Background
Jeth is derived from the Hebrew name Yitro, which means 'excellence' or 'overflow.' In the Bible, Jethro is known as the father-in-law of Moses and a priest of Midian. The name has also been used in English-speaking countries as a diminutive form of Jethro. It has seen varying levels of popularity over the years.
Trend Summary
The name Jeth has remained relatively uncommon in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jethro
International Variants
- Yitro (Hebrew)
Famous people named Jeth
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jeth was first seen in the United States in 1966. Jeth has ranked as high as #1061 nationally, which occurred in 1966, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Jeth has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jeth
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1966 | 8 |