Jethro: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
His excellence, a wise counselor's name of generous mentorship.
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #1307
- Peak
- #903 in 1899
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Jethro Means
Jethro is a boy name of Hebrew origin. His excellence, a wise counselor's name of generous mentorship.
How Popular Jethro Is
Jethro currently ranks #1307 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #903 in 1899. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Jethro
- At its most popular, Jethro reached #903 in the U.S. in 1899.
- Jethro is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Jethro is a name with deep biblical and Jewish roots.
Names Like Jethro
Other Hebrew names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Jethro
Hebrew names that pair well as a brother or sister to Jethro.
Questions About Jethro
What does Jethro mean?
Jethro is a boy name of Hebrew origin. His excellence, a wise counselor's name of generous mentorship.
How popular is Jethro?
Jethro currently ranks #1307 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #903 in 1899. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Jethro come from?
Jethro comes from Hebrew roots. At its most popular, Jethro reached #903 in the U.S. in 1899.
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