Zephaniah Unisex
Origin(s)
Pronunciationzeh-FAN-ee-uh / zɛˈfænɪəHebrew
Meaning
Hebrew: 'Yah has hidden'; 'God has concealed'
Historical & Cultural Background
Zephaniah is a name of Hebrew origin, found in the Old Testament of the Bible. It is associated with one of the twelve minor prophets, Zephaniah, who prophesied during the reign of King Josiah of Judah. The name reflects themes of divine protection and revelation. It has been used in various cultures and has seen varying levels of popularity over time.
Trend Summary
The name Zephaniah has seen a modest resurgence in popularity in the United States in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Zeph
- Zef
International Variants
- Zefanja (Dutch)
- Sefania (Italian)
Famous people named Zephaniah
Zephaniah Kingsley was an American plantation owner and abolitionist known for his progressive views on slavery.
Zephaniah McIntyre is a contemporary American poet recognized for his contributions to modern poetry.
Fictional characters named Zephaniah
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zephaniah was first seen in the United States in 1972. Zephaniah has ranked as high as #1202 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, New York, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Zephaniah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zephaniah (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 13 | |
| CA | 11 | |
| GA | 11 | |
| PA | 10 | |
| OH | 9 | |
| TN | 6 | |
| WA | 6 | |
| IN | 6 | |
| MO | 6 | |
| NY | 6 | |
| AZ | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1976 | 8 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 14 |
| 1982 | 11 |
| 1983 | 7 |
| 1984 | 11 |
| 1985 | 7 |
| 1986 | 9 |
| 1987 | 15 |
| 1988 | 11 |
| 1989 | 17 |
| 1990 | 18 |
| 1991 | 18 |
| 1992 | 11 |
| 1993 | 21 |
| 1994 | 29 |
| 1995 | 29 |
| 1996 | 41 |
| 1997 | 37 |
| 1998 | 52 |
| 1999 | 43 |
| 2000 | 68 |
| 2001 | 59 |
| 2002 | 66 |
| 2003 | 63 |
| 2004 | 75 |
| 2005 | 85 |
| 2006 | 91 |
| 2007 | 109 |
| 2008 | 121 |
| 2009 | 109 |
| 2010 | 108 |
| 2011 | 117 |
| 2012 | 117 |
| 2013 | 129 |
| 2014 | 123 |
| 2015 | 122 |
| 2016 | 144 |
| 2017 | 138 |
| 2018 | 151 |
| 2019 | 170 |
| 2020 | 125 |
| 2021 | 132 |
| 2022 | 119 |
| 2023 | 125 |
| 2024 | 143 |