Zebediah Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationzeh-BID-ee-uh / zəˈbɛdiəHebrew
Meaning
Hebrew: 'God has made'
Historical & Cultural Background
Zebediah is a name of Hebrew origin, often associated with biblical figures. It appears in the Old Testament as the name of one of King David's sons. The name reflects themes of divine providence and familial lineage. It has been used in various cultures, particularly among Jewish communities.
Trend Summary
Zebediah has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in historical contexts.
Similar Names
Variants
- Zeb
- Zebedee
International Variants
- Zebedee (English)
Famous people named Zebediah
Zebediah Smith was an American frontiersman known for his explorations in the West.
Zebediah K. P. Smith is a fictional character in the animated series 'The Simpsons'.
Fictional characters named Zebediah
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zebediah was first seen in the United States in 1978. Zebediah has ranked as high as #1362 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Zebediah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zebediah
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1978 | 9 |
| 1979 | 16 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1982 | 9 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 10 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1991 | 10 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 9 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1996 | 12 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 24 |
| 1999 | 22 |
| 2000 | 18 |
| 2001 | 11 |
| 2002 | 15 |
| 2003 | 14 |
| 2004 | 18 |
| 2005 | 10 |
| 2006 | 16 |
| 2007 | 26 |
| 2008 | 21 |
| 2009 | 23 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 15 |
| 2012 | 14 |
| 2013 | 19 |
| 2014 | 18 |
| 2015 | 12 |
| 2016 | 21 |
| 2017 | 18 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2019 | 17 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2021 | 13 |
| 2022 | 12 |
| 2023 | 16 |
| 2024 | 16 |