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Jed vs Floyd

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jed

Boy #1,993 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"friend of Yahweh"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

English American Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#1,993
Total SSA Count
78
Syllables
1
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jed Rank #1,993
Floyd Rank #2,176

Jed is more popular, ranked #1993 vs #2176 for Floyd.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jed or Floyd more popular?

Jed is more popular, ranked #1993 compared to Floyd at #2176 in the United States.

What do Jed and Floyd mean?

Jed means "friend of Yahweh" (Hebrew origin). Floyd means "anglicization of Welsh Llwyd" (Welsh origin).

Are Jed and Floyd boy or girl names?

Jed is primarily a boy name. Floyd is primarily a boy name.

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