Jediah

Meaning of Jediah

Jediah is a masculine name of Hebrew origin, derived from the biblical Jedidiah and meaning “beloved of the Lord.” Its English pronunciation (jeh-DYE-uh) aligns neatly with standard phonetic patterns, allowing it to feel both familiar and distinctive. Though it ranks modestly—hovering around the 900th position in recent U.S. birth statistics—Jediah attracts parents who appreciate a name that combines historical depth with uncommon charm. Often shortened to Jed or Jeddy, it nonetheless retains a dignified resonance in its full form. Parents might also take comfort in knowing that Jediah, despite its rarity, rarely invites mispronunciations or misspellings on a classroom roster.

Pronunciation

English

• Pronunced as jeh-DYE-uh (/dʒəˈdaɪə/)

• Judah
• Jeremiah
• Josiah
• Jonah
• Jedidiah
• Jedediah
• Jethro