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Jed vs Johnathon

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
Johnathon Rank #2,079

Jed is more popular, ranked #1993 vs #2079 for Johnathon.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jed or Johnathon more popular?

Jed is more popular, ranked #1993 compared to Johnathon at #2079 in the United States.

What do Jed and Johnathon mean?

Jed means "friend of Yahweh" (Hebrew origin). Johnathon means "God has given" (Hebrew origin).

Are Jed and Johnathon boy or girl names?

Jed is primarily a boy name. Johnathon is primarily a boy name.

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