Jedadiah

jed-uh-DYE-uh · Beloved of Yahweh; a variant of Jedidiah.

Peak popularity

1979

Usually for

Boys

Trend

Declining since 1986

Declining since 1986.

Popularity of Jedadiah since 1977

Babies named Jedadiah per year in U.S. Social Security records.

Data table (by decade)

Decade	Boys
1970s	90
1980s	220
1990s	105
2000s	76
2010s	46
2020s	0

Meaning & origin

Jedadiah is a rare variant spelling of Jedidiah, a biblical name borne by King Solomon. The name first appeared in U.S. Social Security records in 1977 and peaked in 1979, though it has never entered the top 1000. Usage has been steadily falling since 1986, reflecting the broader decline of similar biblical names. Despite its rarity, Jedadiah has maintained a consistent presence among families seeking a distinctive Hebrew name.

Jedadiah is a variant spelling of Jedidiah, which appears in the Hebrew Bible as a name given to King Solomon by the prophet Nathan (2 Samuel 12:25). The name derives from the Hebrew elements yadid (beloved) and Yah (a shortened form of Yahweh). It has been used sparingly in English-speaking countries, primarily among religious families.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Jed

Variants: Jedidiah, Jedediah

Sibling names for Jedadiah

Names that share Jedadiah's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Abigail, Miriam, Hannah, Naomi, Esther

Brothers: Josiah, Ezekiel, Elijah, Malachi, Isaac

Questions parents ask

What does the name Jedadiah mean?

Jedadiah is a variant of Jedidiah, meaning 'beloved of Yahweh'.

How popular is the name Jedadiah?

Jedadiah has never ranked in the U.S. top 1000. It first appeared in records in 1977 and reached its peak usage in 1979, but has since declined.

Is Jedadiah a boy's name?

Yes, Jedadiah is almost exclusively used as a boy's name.