A 1970s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Jedd since 1953
Babies named Jedd per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1983, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Jedd's real moment was 1976.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1950s | 49 |
| 1960s | 85 |
| 1970s | 162 |
| 1980s | 165 |
| 1990s | 129 |
| 2000s | 98 |
| 2010s | 119 |
| 2020s | 93 |
Meaning & origin
Jedd first appeared on U.S. birth records in 1953, and while it has never broken into widespread popularity, it has maintained a steady presence. Its peak year came in 1976, and after a period of decline, the name has been rising again since 2007. Though rarely given, with only about 1 in 190,000 boys receiving the name in 2025, Jedd offers a short, punchy alternative to more common names. Its biblical roots via Jedediah give it historical depth, while its modern usage keeps it fresh. This balance of tradition and rarity makes Jedd an understated choice for parents seeking something distinctive but grounded.
Jedd is thought to be a variant or shortening of Jedediah, a biblical name from Hebrew יְדִידְיָה (Yedidyah) meaning 'beloved of Yahweh.' It emerged as an independent given name in the mid-20th century, particularly in the United States, where it has seen modest but consistent use.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Jed
Sibling names for Jedd
Names that share Jedd's style, for a brother or sister.
