Jedadiah

Jedadiah is a masculine name of Hebrew origin, representing a variant spelling of Jedediah, which means 'beloved of the Lord' or 'friend of God.' This biblical name appears in the Old Testament, though the variant Jedadiah is less common than Jedediah. The name carries strong religious connotations and reflects devotion to God. While not among the most popular names in contemporary usage, Jedadiah has maintained a steady presence in religious communities, particularly among those with strong Protestant traditions. The name offers the friendly nicknames Jed or Jeddy, making it versatile for different stages of life while maintaining its distinguished full form.

Pronounced jed-uh-DY-uh.

As of October 2026, Jedadiah ranked #13028 in US births in 2018 SSA, peaked at #1476 in 1979.