Is Jedidiah a boy's or girl's name?

Jedidiah is primarily a boy's name. It is also used as a girl's name, with 40 recorded births.

When was Jedidiah most popular?

Jedidiah reached its peak popularity in 2017 with 362 births that year. It is currently ranked #808 in the U.S.

How popular is the name Jedidiah?

Jedidiah is currently ranked #808 in the U.S. (2024). It has been given to 9,035 babies since 1971.

Jedidiah

A familiar Hebrew name with steady appeal.

Boy's name| Also girlsHebrewDeclining Also a pet name

#808▲ 72in 2024

Meaning & Origin

A name of King Solomon.

Jedidiah is a boy's and girl's baby name of Hebrew origin, meaning "beloved of God" or "friend of God," from Yedidyah. In the Bible, it was the secret name given to King Solomon by the prophet Nathan — a name of divine favor and royal distinction.

Jedidiah has been making a quiet comeback as parents seek long, Old Testament names with genuine gravitas. Its natural nickname Jed gives it an approachable, down-to-earth quality that balances the name's biblical grandeur.

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Popularity Over Time

Jedidiah climbed 390 spots in the last 20 years — from #1198 to #808.

Popularity by Decade

Decade-by-decade popularity data for Jedidiah
Decade	Births	Avg Rank	Trend
2020s	1,536	#804	▼
2010s	2,977	#785	▲
2000s	1,464	#1123	▲
1990s	1,152	#1053	▼
1980s	1,399	#770	▲
1970s	507	#2373	—

Year-by-Year Data

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Year-by-year popularity data for the name Jedidiah
Year	Births	Rank	Change
2024	310	#808	+44 (16.5%)
2023	266	#880	-47 (-15.0%)
2022	313	#803	+10 (3.3%)
2021	303	#807	-41 (-11.9%)
2020	344	#722	+9 (2.7%)
2019	335	#726	-13 (-3.7%)
2018	348	#695	-14 (-3.9%)
2017	362	#688	+35 (10.7%)
2016	327	#745	-16 (-4.7%)
2015	343	#719	+43 (14.3%)
2014	300	#776	+55 (22.4%)
2013	245	#867	+7 (2.9%)
2012	238	#881	0
2011	238	#879	-3 (-1.2%)
2010	241	#873	+47 (24.2%)
2009	194	#1013	+28 (16.9%)
2008	166	#1107	-3 (-1.8%)
2007	169	#1084	+11 (7.0%)
2006	158	#1110	+2 (1.3%)
2005	156	#1064	+28 (21.9%)

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.

Jedidiah as a Girl's Name

While overwhelmingly a boy's name, Jedidiah has also been given to 40 girls in the U.S. since 1998.

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Total births

2008

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Frequently Asked

Can Jedidiah be used for both boys and girls?

Yes, Jedidiah is used for both boys and girls. As a boy's name, it currently ranks #808. As a girl's name, it is not currently in the top rankings.

Jedidiah has two lives

Jedidiah, the baby name

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Jedidiah, the pet name

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Last updated May 2026 · Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (1971–2024) · Methodology