Beloved of the Lord
A variant of the Hebrew name Jedidiah, which was the name given to King Solomon by the prophet Nathan. It signifies a deep spiritual connection and being favored or loved by God. While rare today, it carries a strong patriarchal and historical weight.
Less common today
Jedadiah isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,276 in 1995.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Canadian actor known for his roles in The Order and Descendants
The best friend and dramatic critic of Charles Foster Kane · Citizen Kane
