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Elijiah vs Zed

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Zed

Boy #6,081 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"the Lord is righteous"

Origin: Hebrew (via Zedekiah)

Cultural Roots

English British Australian Canadian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#6,081
Total SSA Count
15
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Elijiah Rank #6,164
Zed Rank #6,081

Zed is more popular, ranked #6081 vs #6164 for Elijiah.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elijiah or Zed more popular?

Zed is more popular, ranked #6081 compared to Elijiah at #6164 in the United States.

What do Elijiah and Zed mean?

Elijiah means "my God is Yahweh" (Hebrew origin). Zed means "the Lord is righteous" (Hebrew (via Zedekiah) origin).

Are Elijiah and Zed boy or girl names?

Elijiah is primarily a boy name. Zed is primarily a boy name.

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