Jed
- Pronunciation
- [Jed]
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- Beloved By God
- Origin
- Hebrew
Jed Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 8,869 baby boys have been named Jed. The name peaked in 1978 with 281 US births that year (rank #485). In 2024, ranked #1985 nationally — 1,500 places below its 1978 peak.
Top States for Jed
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Jed births are: California (671), New York (671), Utah (596).
Other Hebrew-Origin Names Like Jed
If you like Jed's Hebrew origin, consider these related names: Aalijah, Aaron, Abagail, Abaigael, Abaigeal. Browse all Hebrew names →
3-Letter Names Starting with J
Names with Jed's exact length and starting letter: Jae, Jai, Jan, Jax, Jay.
Quick Facts About Jed
Variant Forms
| Name | Meaning | Gender | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jedi | Beloved By God | Male | Hebrew |
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Compare Jed to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Jed against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).