Zed Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationzed / zɛdHebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: 'God is righteous'; English: diminutive of names like Zedekiah
Historical & Cultural Background
Zed is often associated with Hebrew origins, particularly in biblical contexts. It is a short form of names like Zedekiah, which appears in the Old Testament. In modern usage, Zed has gained popularity in English-speaking countries as a standalone name. The name reflects a strong, concise sound that appeals to contemporary naming trends.
Trend Summary
Zed has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years, particularly as a unique choice for boys.
Similar Names
Variants
- Zedekiah
International Variants
- Zé (Portuguese)
- Zed (English)
Famous people named Zed
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Fictional characters named Zed
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zed was first seen in the United States in 1882. Zed has ranked as high as #1361 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Zed has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zed (2018)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1882 | 5 |
| 1887 | 5 |
| 1894 | 7 |
| 1898 | 5 |
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1918 | 7 |
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1920 | 6 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1932 | 5 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1937 | 7 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1958 | 6 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1985 | 9 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 9 |
| 1988 | 13 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 1990 | 7 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2004 | 7 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 8 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2009 | 7 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 6 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 8 |
| 2016 | 14 |
| 2017 | 15 |
| 2018 | 18 |
| 2019 | 8 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2021 | 17 |
| 2022 | 7 |
| 2023 | 11 |
| 2024 | 15 |