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Fox vs Jethro

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Fox

Boy #1,113 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"the fox, cunning animal"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

English American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,113
Total SSA Count
192
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Jethro

Boy #1,082 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"his excellence, his preeminence"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew English Christian British

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,082
Total SSA Count
201
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Fox Rank #1,113
Jethro Rank #1,082

Jethro is more popular, ranked #1082 vs #1113 for Fox.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fox or Jethro more popular?

Jethro is more popular, ranked #1082 compared to Fox at #1113 in the United States.

What do Fox and Jethro mean?

Fox means "the fox, cunning animal" (Old English origin). Jethro means "his excellence, his preeminence" (Hebrew origin).

Are Fox and Jethro boy or girl names?

Fox is primarily a boy name. Jethro is primarily a boy name.

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