Jethro Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJETH-roh / /ˈdʒɛθroʊ/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: 'excellence'; English: 'he who is praised'
Historical & Cultural Background
Jethro is a name of Hebrew origin, appearing in the Bible as the father-in-law of Moses. In Jewish tradition, Jethro is recognized for his wisdom and advice to Moses regarding leadership. The name has also been adopted in English-speaking cultures, particularly in the United States. It has seen varying levels of popularity over the years.
Trend Summary
Jethro has experienced fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable resurgence in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jeth
- Jett
International Variants
- Yitro (Hebrew)
Famous people named Jethro
Jethro Tull was an English agricultural pioneer known for inventing the seed drill.
Jethro Bodine is a character from the television series 'The Beverly Hillbillies', known for his humorous antics.
Jethro Gibbs is a fictional character from the television series 'NCIS', serving as a special agent.
Jethro P. G. is a notable figure in the field of music, recognized for his contributions to jazz.
Fictional characters named Jethro
Jethro Tull is a character in the animated series 'The Magic School Bus', known for his musical talent.
Jethro is a character in the film 'The Last House on the Left', depicted as a troubled individual.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jethro was first seen in the United States in 1893. Jethro has ranked as high as #1159 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in California, North Carolina, Texas, Pennsylvania, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Jethro has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jethro (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 20 | |
| CA | 13 | |
| FL | 12 | |
| WA | 11 | |
| MI | 8 | |
| WI | 8 | |
| AZ | 8 | |
| IA | 7 | |
| PA | 7 | |
| IL | 7 | |
| NY | 6 | |
| IN | 6 | |
| OH | 5 | |
| ID | 5 | |
| MO | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1893 | 5 |
| 1899 | 7 |
| 1900 | 7 |
| 1904 | 5 |
| 1907 | 6 |
| 1908 | 5 |
| 1909 | 5 |
| 1910 | 10 |
| 1911 | 12 |
| 1912 | 18 |
| 1913 | 29 |
| 1914 | 26 |
| 1915 | 20 |
| 1916 | 20 |
| 1917 | 32 |
| 1918 | 26 |
| 1919 | 36 |
| 1920 | 32 |
| 1921 | 33 |
| 1922 | 23 |
| 1923 | 46 |
| 1924 | 33 |
| 1925 | 30 |
| 1926 | 36 |
| 1927 | 28 |
| 1928 | 20 |
| 1929 | 15 |
| 1930 | 20 |
| 1931 | 24 |
| 1932 | 22 |
| 1933 | 22 |
| 1934 | 25 |
| 1935 | 21 |
| 1936 | 18 |
| 1937 | 15 |
| 1938 | 11 |
| 1939 | 16 |
| 1940 | 20 |
| 1941 | 20 |
| 1942 | 22 |
| 1943 | 20 |
| 1944 | 20 |
| 1945 | 21 |
| 1946 | 8 |
| 1947 | 17 |
| 1948 | 26 |
| 1949 | 34 |
| 1950 | 26 |
| 1951 | 25 |
| 1952 | 24 |
| 1953 | 28 |
| 1954 | 25 |
| 1955 | 22 |
| 1956 | 23 |
| 1957 | 27 |
| 1958 | 27 |
| 1959 | 13 |
| 1960 | 12 |
| 1961 | 12 |
| 1962 | 18 |
| 1963 | 9 |
| 1964 | 9 |
| 1965 | 11 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1967 | 8 |
| 1968 | 9 |
| 1969 | 11 |
| 1970 | 15 |
| 1971 | 14 |
| 1972 | 17 |
| 1973 | 14 |
| 1974 | 23 |
| 1975 | 13 |
| 1976 | 19 |
| 1977 | 18 |
| 1978 | 18 |
| 1979 | 19 |
| 1980 | 20 |
| 1981 | 21 |
| 1982 | 12 |
| 1983 | 20 |
| 1984 | 12 |
| 1985 | 18 |
| 1986 | 24 |
| 1987 | 16 |
| 1988 | 20 |
| 1989 | 16 |
| 1990 | 17 |
| 1991 | 17 |
| 1992 | 22 |
| 1993 | 21 |
| 1994 | 20 |
| 1995 | 15 |
| 1996 | 17 |
| 1997 | 14 |
| 1998 | 20 |
| 1999 | 21 |
| 2000 | 22 |
| 2001 | 18 |
| 2002 | 27 |
| 2003 | 16 |
| 2004 | 23 |
| 2005 | 26 |
| 2006 | 31 |
| 2007 | 32 |
| 2008 | 30 |
| 2009 | 62 |
| 2010 | 65 |
| 2011 | 73 |
| 2012 | 75 |
| 2013 | 87 |
| 2014 | 103 |
| 2015 | 112 |
| 2016 | 137 |
| 2017 | 116 |
| 2018 | 159 |
| 2019 | 151 |
| 2020 | 139 |
| 2021 | 155 |
| 2022 | 181 |
| 2023 | 189 |
| 2024 | 201 |