Jediah vs Theodore

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jediah

Boy #4,241 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"known by God"

Origin: Hebrew yada and Yah

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Christian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,241
Total SSA Count
25
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal
Nicknames
Jed, Jay

Playground Safety Score

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Popularity Comparison

Jediah Rank #4,241
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 vs #4241 for Jediah.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Jediah ___

  • Jediah Samuel
  • Jediah Caleb
  • Jediah Elijah
  • Jediah Asher
  • Jediah Levi
  • Jediah Noah

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

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If you choose Jediah

Ezra Miriam Abigail Micah Priscilla

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jediah or Theodore more popular?

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Jediah at #4241 in the United States.

What do Jediah and Theodore mean?

Jediah means "known by God" (Hebrew yada and Yah origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Jediah and Theodore boy or girl names?

Jediah is primarily a boy name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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