"beloved of God"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Jedd
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A frontier classic meaning beloved of God
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Meaning & Origin
"beloved of Yahweh"
Origin: Biblical Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
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Things to Know About This Name
- Jed/Jedd is associated with Jed Clampett from The Beverly Hillbillies, which may give it a rustic/hillbilly connotation for some
The Story of Jedd
Jedd is a variant spelling of Jed, itself a short form of Jedidiah, a Hebrew name meaning beloved of Yahweh (God). In the Old Testament, Jedidiah was the name given to King Solomon by the prophet Nathan, signifying God's favor. The double-D spelling Jedd distinguishes it as a standalone name rather than a nickname.
Jed was a common name in 19th-century America and remains associated with the American frontier tradition. The character Jed Bartlet in The West Wing (1999-2006) brought a more sophisticated image to the name. The alternate spelling Jedd is rare but appeals to parents wanting the sound with a more deliberate appearance.
In American culture, Jed evokes the rugged pioneer spirit of the West. Jed Clampett from The Beverly Hillbillies (1962-71) gave it a folksy, Appalachian image, while Josiah Bartlet (called Jed) in The West Wing reinvented it as a presidential name.
Historical Record
Jedd first appeared in US Social Security records in 1953.
Over 891 babies have been named Jedd in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jedd is past its peak , currently ranked #5,238 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Jedidiah was the name given to King Solomon by God in the Bible (2 Samuel 12:25)
- President Josiah Jed Bartlet from The West Wing helped modernize the name's image
- The name Jed was extremely common among American frontiersmen and pioneers in the 1800s
Jedd in Other Languages
Hebrew
Yedidyah
English
Jed/Jedidiah
Spanish
Jedidias
Popularity Over Time
#5,238
Current Rank
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Trend
Peaked 1978
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Jedd
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Jedediah Smith
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American frontiersman and explorer who was one of the first Americans to cross the Sierra Nevada and reach California ov...
American frontiersman and explorer who was one of the first Americans to cross the Sierra Nevada and reach California overland
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Jed Bartlet Fictional
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Fictional US President Josiah Jed Bartlet in the TV drama The West Wing, played by Martin Sheen
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Jed Clampett Fictional
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Fictional patriarch in the classic TV sitcom The Beverly Hillbillies (1962-71)
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 1
- Popularity Rank
- #5,238
- Total SSA Count
- 19
- Cultural Origins
- English American
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Casual
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jedd
What does the name Jedd mean?
"beloved of God" (from Hebrew). "beloved of Yahweh" (from Biblical Hebrew). Jedd is a variant spelling of Jed, itself a short form of Jedidiah, a Hebrew name meaning beloved of Yahweh (God). In the Old Testament, Jedidiah was the name given to King Solomon by the prophet Nathan, signifying God's favor. The double-D spelling Jedd distinguishes it as a standalone name rather than a nickname.
What is the origin of the name Jedd?
Jedd has Hebrew, Biblical Hebrew, English, and American origins. In Hebrew, it means "beloved of God". In Biblical Hebrew, it means "beloved of Yahweh".
Is Jedd a boy or girl name?
Jedd is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Jedd?
Jedd is currently ranked #5238 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are good middle names for Jedd?
Popular middle name pairings include Jedd Thomas, Jedd William, Jedd Henry, Jedd Robert, Jedd Allen, Jedd Carter, and Jedd Cole.
What are good sibling names for Jedd?
Names that pair well with Jedd as siblings include Huck, Colt, Wes, Finn, Beckett, Callie, and Dolly.
How many syllables does Jedd have?
Jedd has 1 syllable, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Jedd a common or rare name?
Jedd is an uncommon name, ranked #5238 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Jedd
Jedd is a boy name with English and American origins . The name means "beloved of God" in Hebrew .
Jedd is currently ranked #5,238 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Jedd has 1 syllable, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Alternative spellings of Jedd include Jedidiah, Jed, Jedediah, Jediah . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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