Rising since 2008, #7,491 for girls today.
Popularity of Jochebed since 1980
Babies named Jochebed per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 6 |
| 1990s | 12 |
| 2000s | 6 |
| 2010s | 94 |
| 2020s | 62 |
Meaning & origin
Jochebed is a rare biblical name that has seen a slight resurgence in recent years. With a rank of 7,491 in 2025, it is given to approximately one in every 114,805 baby girls in the United States. The name's peak year was 2019, and it has been rising in usage since 2008. Despite its rarity, Jochebed carries significant historical weight as the mother of Moses in the Old Testament, and it continues to be used by families seeking distinctive biblical names.
Jochebed is a Hebrew name from the Old Testament, where she is the mother of Moses, Aaron, and Miriam. It is composed of elements 'Yah' (abbreviation of Yahweh) and 'kavod' (glory, honor), though the exact meaning is debated. The name has been used rarely in English-speaking countries, often among families with strong biblical traditions.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jo, Joby, Cheba
Variants: Yocheved, Jokebed
Sibling names for Jochebed
Names that share Jochebed's style, for a brother or sister.
