Jeb
Pronunciation: [ j-EHB ]
Jeb is a boy baby name. Ranked #8,710 in the US.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Jeb first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 2,570 babies have been named Jeb in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jeb is past its peak , currently ranked #8,710 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #8,710
- Total SSA Count
- 10
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About the Name Jeb
Jeb is a boy name .
Jeb is currently ranked #8,710 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Jeb include Jebediah . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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