Jedd
Jedd is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Beloved of the Lord; friend of God.
Origin and history
Jedd is a masculine given name, widely considered a variant or short form of Jedidiah, which originates from Hebrew meaning 'beloved of the Lord'. It can also function as an independent name or a surname-derived given name. In the United States, Jedd remains relatively uncommon, chosen by parents looking for a short, distinct name with biblical roots.
Popularity in the United States
900 babies in the United States have been named Jedd since 1880. It ranks #3778 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1834.
States where it is most popular
- CA (38.5 %)
- UT (23.1 %)
- NY (19.2 %)
- PA (19.2 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 49 |
| 1960-1970 | 85 |
| 1970-1980 | 162 |
| 1980-1990 | 165 |
| 1990-2000 | 129 |
| 2000-2010 | 98 |
| 2010-2019 | 119 |
| 2020-2029 | 93 |
Famous people named Jedd
- Jedd Gyorko: Baseball player
- Jedd Fisch: Football coach
- Jedd Hughes: Musician, Singer
Fun facts
- Jedd traces its roots back to Jedidiah, the special name given to Solomon by the prophet Nathan.
- While the spelling Jed is far more common in the United States, the double-d spelling Jedd offers a distinct variation.