Zebediah
Meaning of Zebediah
Zebediah, pronounced zuh-BEE-dy-uh (/zəˈbiːdiə/), is a spirited choice for a baby boy, rooted in Hebrew and meaning “Yahweh has given.” Its biblical pedigree ranges from devoted priests in the Old Testament to the New Testament’s Zebedee—father of the apostles James and John—lending the name an adventurous, salt-sprayed charm. Rare enough to stand out in a crowd, Zebediah’s rhythmic three-syllable flow feels both playful and dignified, like a hidden gem waiting to sparkle under the right light. It conjures images of sunrise-lit fields and wise mentors guiding young explorers along winding trails. Parents drawn to Zebediah see it as an inspiration—a living reminder of generosity, faith, and the promise that every child arrives as a precious gift destined to write his own remarkable story.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as zuh-BEE-dy-uh (/zəˈbiːdiə/)
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