BoyHebrew origin

Zephaniah: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

God has hidden, a sheltering name full of divine protection and care.

Origin
Hebrew
Syllables
4
Current rank
#1403
Peak
#1151 in 2019

Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.

Popularity over time

Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)

1972: #443619721980: #551919801990: #346619902000: #171220002005: #161820052010: #152320102015: #141320152020: #14032020#1#5519

What Zephaniah Means

Zephaniah is a boy name of Hebrew origin. God has hidden, a sheltering name full of divine protection and care.

How Popular Zephaniah Is

Zephaniah currently ranks #1403 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1151 in 2019. It has been easing off its high.

Good to Know About Zephaniah

  • Zephaniah is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
  • Zephaniah is a name with deep biblical and Jewish roots.
  • It has a vintage charm that's making a stylish comeback.

Names Like Zephaniah

Other Hebrew names that start with the same letter or share a style.

Sibling Names for Zephaniah

Hebrew names that pair well as a brother or sister to Zephaniah.

Questions About Zephaniah

What does Zephaniah mean?

Zephaniah is a boy name of Hebrew origin. God has hidden, a sheltering name full of divine protection and care.

How popular is Zephaniah?

Zephaniah currently ranks #1403 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #1151 in 2019. It has been easing off its high.

Where does Zephaniah come from?

Zephaniah comes from Hebrew roots. Zephaniah is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.

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