Jeb Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Jeb has Hebrew origins, meaning 'beloved of the Lord,' stemming from the biblical name Yedidyah. It has evolved through names like Jebediah before becoming popular in modern English. Jeb embodies traits of being down-to-earth and is linked to figures in American politics and history.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jeb"
Pronunciation
/dʒɛb/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Jeb is often considered a short form of the name Jebediah, which is derived from the Hebrew name 'Yedidyah' meaning 'beloved of the Lord.'
Meaning
beloved of the Lord
Language Evolution
Yedidyah (Hebrew), Jebediah (English), Jeb (English)
Biblical Background
Jeb is associated with Jebediah, a name found in the Bible, as one of the names of King Solomon.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the United States during the 19th century, particularly in the Southern states.
Variants & Derivatives
Jebediah, Jebby
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jeb is perceived as a traditional and rustic name, often associated with a down-to-earth personality.
Famous People
Jeb Bush, former Governor of Florida, Jeb Stuart, Confederate cavalry officer
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 84 peak births in 1981
Geographic Spread
Popular across 16 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jeb"
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 "Jeb"
"Jeb" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6773rd of 6773 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1865th of 7552 | 339 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1308th of 10718 | 673 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1721st of 16616 | 697 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2815th of 24088 | 601 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4457th of 23106 | 271 |
Regional Popularity of "Jeb" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
70.66% 2016th/2853 |
60.61% 1682nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
53.22% 1563rd/2937 |
63.82% 2223rd/3483 |
37.64% 1324th/3518 |
33.18% 1342nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
55.28% 2037th/3685 |
53.68% 2402nd/4475 |
30.90% 1605th/5194 |
58.33% 3685th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
71.90% 3713th/5164 |
31.59% 2310th/7313 |
67.40% 5030th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
58.47% 3989th/6822 |
- |
Regional Popularity of "Jeb" 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 "Jeb"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jeb" 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 "Jeb" in the United States
The name Jeb is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) 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. From 2020-2022, Jeb has been stalled for male in MidWest, 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 MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Jeb' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6773rd out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1865th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1308th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1721st out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2815th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4457th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Jeb' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.