Yocheved Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Yocheved is a Hebrew name that means 'God is glory', with roots in the biblical tradition as the mother of Moses. It has evolved over time through various forms while maintaining its significance within Jewish culture. The name embodies traits of strength and faith. It holds biblical relevance as a prominent figure in the Hebrew Bible.
The name Yocheved is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Yocheved has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Yocheved' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 8676th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4818th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3338th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3057th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2554th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Yocheved' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Yocheved"
Pronunciation
/joʊˈkɛvɛd/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Yocheved derives from the Hebrew roots 'yo' meaning 'God' and 'cheved' meaning 'glory' or 'honor'. It is traditionally understood to mean 'God is glory' or 'the glory of God'.
Meaning
God is glory
Language Evolution
Yocheved, Yokheved, Yochevet
Biblical Background
Yocheved is a biblical name, most notably borne by the mother of Moses, Aaron, and Miriam in the Hebrew Bible.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity among Jewish communities, particularly during the medieval period, as it embodies a strong connection to biblical heritage.
Variants & Derivatives
Yochevet, Yokhevet, Yocheveda
Modern Popularity & Image
Yocheved is viewed positively within Jewish communities, representing strength, motherhood, and a deep faith in God.
Famous People
Yocheved Bat Moshe (historical figure), Yocheved Katan (notable Jewish author)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Yocheved"
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 "Yocheved"
"Yocheved" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 8676th of 12526 | 25 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4818th of 19264 | 182 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3338th of 27321 | 487 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3057th of 35406 | 820 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2554th of 30306 | 839 |
Regional Popularity of "Yocheved" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Yocheved" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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75.31% 1830th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
39.10% 1362nd/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
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21.63% 968th/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
15.41% 796th/5164 |
81.95% 5993rd/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
15.36% 689th/4487 |
94.50% 6447th/6822 |
91.95% 5771st/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Yocheved"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Yocheved" 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.