Jehoshaphat
A boy's name of Hebrew origin with 26 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
Jehoshaphat is a four-syllable boy's name with a sharp, distinct sound — ending on a consonant gives it a firm, clear close. With only 26 recorded U.S. births, it is exceptionally rare — the kind of name most people encounter for the first time when they meet your child.
In the most recent SSA release, Jehoshaphat ranks #13088 among U.S. boy names — distinctive enough to stand out.
Jehoshaphat is a boy's baby name of Hebrew origin, from the Hebrew Yehoshafat, meaning 'God has judged' or 'Yahweh is judge.' Jehoshaphat was a righteous king of Judah who reformed the justice system and strengthened his alliance with God — one of the more favorably remembered kings in the Books of Kings.
Jehoshaphat is boldly, magnificently biblical — one of those names of extraordinary biblical weight that commands absolute attention, carrying a king's righteousness in every syllable.
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Jehoshaphat is cataloged under the Hebrew naming tradition. Hebrew names often carry theological significance — many embed references to God, virtues, or blessings within their structure.
In the U.S., Jehoshaphat has been recorded as a boy's name since 2019, with 26 total births. Browse the Hebrew names hub on this site to explore the broader family.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Jehoshaphat has 4+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2019.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Avg Rank | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 20 | #11035 | ▲ |
| 2010s | 6 | #11375 | — |
The Story of Jehoshaphat
A Gen Alpha name
Peaking in 2023, Jehoshaphat is a fresh, modern favorite. Boys named Jehoshaphat are most likely born between 2019 and 2024.
How rare is Jehoshaphat?
Only about 1 in every 720,000 babies born in 2024 was named Jehoshaphat — a truly uncommon choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 2019, peaked in the 2020s with 20 births that decade.
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(4 years, 2019–2024)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 5 | #13088 |
| 2023 | 9 | #8533 |
| 2022 | 6 | #11484 |
| 2019 | 6 | #11375 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 2019–2024