City of the moon
A modern elaboration of the biblical place name Jericho, which is thought to be derived from the Canaanite word for moon. It may also be linked to the Hebrew word for fragrant. As a feminine given name, it blends ancient history with a contemporary rhythmic ending.
Less common today
Jericha isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,184 in 1997.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
A character in the fantasy novel series 'The Chronicles of Elantra' Β· The Chronicles of Elantra