Zephaniah
Zephaniah is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
Yahweh has hidden, or protected by God.
Origin and history
Zephaniah is a biblical name derived from the Hebrew language. It carries a traditional scriptural history and is chosen in the United States primarily for its classic religious roots. Though relatively rare historically, it has seen increased usage in recent years.
Popularity in the United States
3,380 babies in the United States have been named Zephaniah since 1880. It ranks #2209 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1213.
States where it is most popular
- CA (20.6 %)
- TX (20 %)
- FL (10.3 %)
- NY (8 %)
- CO (5.3 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 37 |
| 1980-1990 | 109 |
| 1990-2000 | 299 |
| 2000-2010 | 846 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,321 |
| 2020-2029 | 768 |
Famous people named Zephaniah
- Zephaniah Kingsley Jr.: Planter, Writer
- Zephaniah Swift: Jurist, Politician
Nicknames
Zeph, Zephy
Fun facts
- Zephaniah was an Old Testament prophet who prophesied during the reign of King Josiah in Judah.
- Although historically uncommon in the U.S., more than twenty percent of all its recorded births since 1880 have occurred since 2020.