Jotham Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jotham is of Hebrew origin, meaning 'Yahweh is perfect'. The name has evolved through historical forms such as 'Yotam' and is associated with biblical significance as a king of Judah. It is perceived as a unique and traditional name today, with a preference for its biblical roots.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jotham"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒoʊθəm/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Jotham is derived from the Hebrew name 'Yotam', which means 'Yahweh is perfect' or 'the Lord is complete'.
Meaning
Yahweh is perfect
Language Evolution
Yotam, Jotham
Biblical Background
Jotham is a biblical name, appearing in the Old Testament as the name of a king of Judah.
Historical Usage
Jotham gained popularity especially in the context of biblical names in the early modern period, particularly among Christian communities.
Variants & Derivatives
Yotam, Jothan
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jotham is considered a unique and traditional name, often favored by those looking for biblical or historical significance.
Famous People
Jotham of Judah, a king mentioned in the Bible, Jotham F. Smith, an American politician
📊 Jotham Name Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
Explore More Jotham Name Visualizations
✨ Jotham Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 36 peak births in 2013
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 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 "Jotham"
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 "Jotham"
"Jotham" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5920th of 10718 | 44 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6096th of 16616 | 102 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 5766th of 24088 | 212 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4093rd of 23106 | 305 |
Regional Popularity of "Jotham" 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) |
- | - |
65.06% 4758th/7313 |
67.40% 5030th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
49.50% 3377th/6822 |
71.13% 4464th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jotham" 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 "Jotham"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jotham" 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 "Jotham" in the United States
The name Jotham is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South 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, Jotham has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Jotham' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5920th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6096th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5766th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4093rd out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Jotham' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.