"God has bestowed"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Zebadiah
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The Story of Zebadiah
Zebadiah comes from the Hebrew Zebadyah, composed of zebed (gift or endowment) and yah (a shortened form of the divine name YHWH). The name therefore means gift of God or God has bestowed. It appears multiple times in the Old Testament, borne by various priests, warriors, and Levites in ancient Israel.
Zebadiah was common among Puritan settlers in early New England who favored biblical names, particularly uncommon Old Testament ones. It remains rare today but attracts parents seeking ancient, deeply rooted biblical names with nickname potential.
In the Hebrew scriptures, Zebadiah appears as the name of eleven different individuals, including sons of prominent tribes and a military commander under King Jehoshaphat. Its rarity today makes it feel distinctive while remaining rooted in genuine tradition.
Historical Record
Zebadiah first appeared in US Social Security records in 1974.
Over 1,080 babies have been named Zebadiah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Zebadiah is past its peak , currently ranked #4,589 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- The name Zebadiah appears at least 11 times in the Old Testament
- Puritan settlers in colonial America favored rare Old Testament names like Zebadiah as marks of piety
Zebadiah in Other Languages
Greek
Ζεβαδίας
Latin
Zebadias
French
Zebadias
Hebrew
זְבַדְיָה
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#4,589
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Peaked 1979
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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Zeb Vance
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Zebulon Baird Vance, Civil War governor of North Carolina and US Senator
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 4
- Popularity Rank
- #4,589
- Total SSA Count
- 22
- Cultural Origins
- Hebrew English Christian
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Low
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Zeb
Zeb
Diah
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Frequently Asked Questions About Zebadiah
What does the name Zebadiah mean?
"God has bestowed" (from Hebrew). Zebadiah comes from the Hebrew Zebadyah, composed of zebed (gift or endowment) and yah (a shortened form of the divine name YHWH). The name therefore means gift of God or God has bestowed. It appears multiple times in the Old Testament, borne by various priests, warriors, and Levites in ancient Israel.
What is the origin of the name Zebadiah?
Zebadiah has Hebrew, English, and Christian origins. In Hebrew, it means "God has bestowed".
Is Zebadiah a boy or girl name?
Zebadiah is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Zebadiah?
Zebadiah is currently ranked #4589 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Zebadiah?
Common nicknames for Zebadiah include Zeb, Zeb, and Diah.
What are good middle names for Zebadiah?
Popular middle name pairings include Zebadiah James, Zebadiah Eli, Zebadiah Levi, Zebadiah Nathan, Zebadiah Elijah, Zebadiah Caleb, and Zebadiah Isaac.
What are good sibling names for Zebadiah?
Names that pair well with Zebadiah as siblings include Ezekiel, Obadiah, Malachi, Abigail, Hezekiah, and Miriam.
How many syllables does Zebadiah have?
Zebadiah has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Zebadiah a common or rare name?
Zebadiah is an uncommon name, ranked #4589 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Zebadiah
Zebadiah is a boy name with Hebrew, English, and Christian origins . The name means "God has bestowed" in Hebrew .
Zebadiah is currently ranked #4,589 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Zebadiah has 4 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Zebadiah include Zeb, Zeb, and Diah. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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