Jediah Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationjeh-DIE-uh / dʒɛˈdaɪəHebrew
Meaning
beloved of the Lord
Historical & Cultural Background
Jediah is a name of Hebrew origin, often associated with biblical figures. It appears in the Old Testament as a name given to a son of King David. The name reflects a deep spiritual significance, emphasizing a connection to divinity. It is less common than some other biblical names, making it unique in contemporary usage.
Trend Summary
Jediah has seen limited popularity in the United States, remaining relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jedia
- Jedidiah
International Variants
- Jedidiah (English)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jediah was first seen in the United States in 1974. Jediah has ranked as high as #1334 nationally, which occurred in 2017, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Pennsylvania, New York, and Massachusetts. In the past 5 years the name Jediah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jediah (2023)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| PA | 6 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 8 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1998 | 10 |
| 1999 | 12 |
| 2000 | 13 |
| 2001 | 21 |
| 2002 | 16 |
| 2003 | 22 |
| 2004 | 23 |
| 2005 | 24 |
| 2006 | 24 |
| 2007 | 23 |
| 2008 | 39 |
| 2009 | 28 |
| 2010 | 38 |
| 2011 | 29 |
| 2012 | 30 |
| 2013 | 24 |
| 2014 | 36 |
| 2015 | 27 |
| 2016 | 48 |
| 2017 | 52 |
| 2018 | 42 |
| 2019 | 31 |
| 2020 | 24 |
| 2021 | 31 |
| 2022 | 27 |
| 2023 | 37 |
| 2024 | 25 |