"known by God"
Origin: Hebrew yada and Yah
Language: Hebrew
Jediah
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"beloved of Yahweh"
Origin: Biblical Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
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The Story of Jediah
Jediah is an ancient Hebrew name meaning known by God. It comes from the Hebrew roots yada (to know) and Yah (God, a shortened form of Yahweh). It appears in the Old Testament as a priestly name, carried by individuals involved in temple worship during the reigns of David and Solomon.
Jediah remains a rare but steady choice among families drawn to Biblical names, particularly in American evangelical and traditionalist communities. Its rarity gives it distinction while its ancient roots lend gravitas.
In Jewish and Christian traditions, the name carries the profound meaning of being personally known to God. It is related to Jedidiah, the name God gave Solomon, meaning beloved of God.
Historical Record
Jediah first appeared in US Social Security records in 1974.
Over 874 babies have been named Jediah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jediah is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #4,241 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Jediah appears in Nehemiah 12 as a priestly family who returned from Babylonian exile
- The root yada in Hebrew means to know intimately, not merely factually
- Jediah is related to Jedidiah, the name God gave Solomon as a sign of divine favor
Jediah in Other Languages
Greek
Ιεδεϊα
Latin
Iedaia
Arabic
يدياه
Hebrew
יְדָיָה
Spanish
Jedias
Popularity Over Time
#4,241
Current Rank
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Hidden Gem
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Jediah
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Jediah (Biblical Priest)
Religious
A priestly family who returned to Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile, mentioned in Nehemiah 12
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #4,241
- Total SSA Count
- 25
- Cultural Origins
- Hebrew Christian American
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Jed
Jay
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Frequently Asked Questions About Jediah
What does the name Jediah mean?
"known by God" (from Hebrew yada and Yah). "beloved of Yahweh" (from Biblical Hebrew). Jediah is an ancient Hebrew name meaning known by God. It comes from the Hebrew roots yada (to know) and Yah (God, a shortened form of Yahweh). It appears in the Old Testament as a priestly name, carried by individuals involved in temple worship during the reigns of David and Solomon.
What is the origin of the name Jediah?
Jediah has Hebrew yada and Yah, Biblical Hebrew, Hebrew, Christian, and American origins. In Hebrew yada and Yah, it means "known by God". In Biblical Hebrew, it means "beloved of Yahweh".
Is Jediah a boy or girl name?
Jediah is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Jediah?
Jediah is currently ranked #4241 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Jediah?
Common nicknames for Jediah include Jed and Jay.
What are good middle names for Jediah?
Popular middle name pairings include Jediah Samuel, Jediah Caleb, Jediah Elijah, Jediah Asher, Jediah Levi, and Jediah Noah.
What are good sibling names for Jediah?
Names that pair well with Jediah as siblings include Ezra, Miriam, Abigail, Micah, Priscilla, and Gideon.
How many syllables does Jediah have?
Jediah has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Jediah a common or rare name?
Jediah is an uncommon name, ranked #4241 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Jediah?
Are there other spellings for Jediah?
Related spellings include Jedidiah.
About the Name Jediah
Jediah is a boy name with Hebrew, Christian, and American origins . The name means "known by God" in Hebrew yada and Yah .
Jediah is currently ranked #4,241 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Jediah has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Jediah include Jed and Jay. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Jediah include Jedidiah . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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