Jedediah
Meaning of Jedediah
Jedediah is a distinctive and historically rich name for boys, pronounced as jed-uh-DYE-uh (/ˈdʒədəja/) in English. The name has Hebrew origins, meaning "beloved of the Lord," and it carries a strong biblical association, often linked to Jedidiah, another variant of the name found in the Bible. Despite its ancient roots, Jedediah has seen fluctuating popularity in recent decades within the United States. It reached its peak in the late 1970s and early 1980s but has since settled into more modest usage. In 2023, it ranked 2,879th with 43 occurrences. The timeless appeal of Jedediah lies in its unique sound and profound meaning, making it an attractive choice for parents seeking a name with depth and history.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as jed-uh-DYE-uh (/ˈdʒədəja/)
British English
- Pronunced as jed-uh-DYE-uh (/ˈdʒədiə/)
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Notable People Named Jedediah
| Jedediah Strong Smith was a prominent American explorer and pioneer of the early 19th century known for his expeditions in the Rocky Mountains and the Western United States. |
| Jedediah Louisa Bila is an American podcast host and former television personality known for her time on The View and Fox & Friends, as well as being an author. |
| Jedediah Spenser Purdy is an American legal scholar and cultural commentator, currently serving as the Raphael Lemkin Professor of Law at Duke University School of Law. |
| Jedediah Berry is an American writer known for his novel, The Manual of Detection (2009). |
| Jedediah Foster was a prominent judge and advocate for independence during the American Revolution, later serving as a justice of the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court. |
