Jeziah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jeziah is of Hebrew origin, meaning 'the Lord saves'. It evolved from the Hebrew 'Yezeiah' and has seen modern adaptations in English. The name is characterized by its spiritual significance and is viewed positively in contemporary culture. There is no direct biblical reference associated with it.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jeziah"
Pronunciation
/dʒəˈzaɪə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Jeziah is derived from the Hebrew name 'Yezeiah', which means 'the Lord saves' or 'the Lord has helped'. It combines the elements 'ye', referring to God, and 'ziah', meaning deliverance or salvation.
Meaning
the Lord saves
Language Evolution
Yezeiah (Hebrew), Jeziah (English)
Historical Usage
Jeziah is a relatively modern name that has gained popularity in the 21st century, often seen as a creative variation of biblical names.
Variants & Derivatives
Jeziah, Jezia, Jez
Modern Popularity & Image
Jeziah is perceived as a unique and modern name, appealing to parents looking for a name with a spiritual connection that is not overly common.
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Boy Name Trend
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✨ Jeziah Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 54 peak births in 2023
Geographic Spread
Popular across 6 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jeziah"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Jeziah"
"Jeziah" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5395th of 24088 | 234 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3400th of 23106 | 398 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 25257th of 35406 | 20 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 21282nd of 30306 | 21 |
Regional Popularity of "Jeziah" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
59.47% 3071st/5164 |
57.95% 4238th/7313 |
59.31% 4426th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
38.74% 2643rd/6822 |
42.19% 2648th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jeziah" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jeziah"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jeziah" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Jeziah" in the United States
The name Jeziah is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jeziah has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Jeziah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5395th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3400th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 25257th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 21282nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jeziah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.