Jabez Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJAY-bez / /ˈdʒeɪ.bɛz/Hebrew
Meaning
Sorrow; pain
Historical & Cultural Background
Jabez is a name of Hebrew origin, found in the Old Testament of the Bible. It is mentioned in 1 Chronicles 4:9-10, where Jabez is described as a man who prayed to God for blessings. The name has been associated with themes of overcoming adversity and seeking divine favor. In modern times, it gained popularity due to the book 'The Prayer of Jabez' by Bruce Wilkinson, which emphasizes the power of prayer.
Trend Summary
Jabez has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with notable peaks following the publication of 'The Prayer of Jabez'.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jabe
International Variants
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Famous people named Jabez
Jabez Bunting was a prominent English Methodist minister and theologian known for his influential writings.
Jabez W. Smith was an American politician who served in the New York State Assembly in the late 19th century.
Fictional characters named Jabez
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jabez was first seen in the United States in 1880. Jabez has ranked as high as #1188 nationally, which occurred in 2002, and has been most popular in Florida, California, Texas, New York, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Jabez has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jabez (2019)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 5 |
| 1884 | 5 |
| 1916 | 6 |
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1921 | 6 |
| 1954 | 8 |
| 1971 | 5 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1977 | 5 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 9 |
| 1980 | 8 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1990 | 14 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 14 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 90 |
| 2002 | 102 |
| 2003 | 72 |
| 2004 | 58 |
| 2005 | 60 |
| 2006 | 41 |
| 2007 | 45 |
| 2008 | 33 |
| 2009 | 42 |
| 2010 | 42 |
| 2011 | 45 |
| 2012 | 34 |
| 2013 | 39 |
| 2014 | 28 |
| 2015 | 25 |
| 2016 | 25 |
| 2017 | 26 |
| 2018 | 22 |
| 2019 | 23 |
| 2020 | 21 |
| 2021 | 16 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 11 |
| 2024 | 15 |