Jubal
Jubal is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Stream, ram's horn, or musician.
Origin and history
Jubal is a biblical name derived from the Hebrew word for a stream or ram's horn. In the Old Testament, Jubal is credited as the ancestor of all who play the harp and flute. Though historically rare, it remains an enduring traditional name in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
814 babies in the United States have been named Jubal since 1880. It ranks #3862 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1843.
States where it is most popular
- CA (100 %)
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 | 41 |
| 1960-1970 | 109 |
| 1970-1980 | 146 |
| 1980-1990 | 103 |
| 1990-2000 | 90 |
| 2000-2010 | 115 |
| 2010-2019 | 126 |
| 2020-2029 | 84 |
Fun facts
- In Genesis 4:21, Jubal is described as the father of all such as handle the harp and pipe.
- The name shares linguistic roots with the Hebrew word yovel, which refers to a ram's horn used to announce a jubilee.