Find out how popular the first name Zebadiah has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Zebadiah by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Zebadiah is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 15 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Zebadiah.

The history of the first name Zebadiah

The name Zebadiah has its origins in the Hebrew language and culture. It is a Hebrew biblical name derived from the elements "zebadyah" meaning "gift of the Lord" or "dowry of God". The earliest recorded spelling was Zebadyah.

The name is found in the Bible, appearing in the Book of Ezra as Zebadiah, who was one of the sons of Immer, a priest who returned to Jerusalem from Babylonian exile. This reference dates back to around the 5th century BC.

One of the earliest recorded bearers of the name was Zebadiah, an English Puritan who was born in 1608 in Ashby de la Zouch, Leicestershire. He later emigrated to New England in the 1630s and settled in Massachusetts.

In the 17th century, a prominent figure named Zebadiah Whitehead (1617-1696) was a Quaker preacher and author from England. He wrote several religious works and was known for his opposition to the Church of England.

Another notable bearer of the name was Zebadiah Swindells (1768-1828), an English industrialist and textile manufacturer from Manchester. He played a significant role in the development of the cotton industry during the Industrial Revolution.

In the 19th century, Zebadiah Turrentine (1831-1892) was an American farmer and politician from North Carolina. He served as a member of the North Carolina House of Commons and was involved in the state's agricultural affairs.

Zebadiah Chandler (1833-1904) was an American politician and businessman from Michigan. He served as a United States Senator and was also the Secretary of the Interior under President Ulysses S. Grant's administration.

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