Jochebed
JO-keh-bed
Jochebed is a girl’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “A Hebrew name meaning 'God is glory' or 'God is my glory'. It has biblical significance.”. It currently ranks #9183 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2019.
What Jochebed Means
“A Hebrew name meaning 'God is glory' or 'God is my glory'. It has biblical significance.”
The Story of Jochebed
A name of immense biblical weight, meaning 'God is glory,' carried by the mother of a prophet.
This name hails directly from the Hebrew tradition, a significant biblical name meaning 'God is glory' or 'God is my glory.' It carries the resonance of profound faith and divine connection.
For your daughter, this name carries a deep spiritual resonance, suggesting a soul filled with compassion and inner strength. You imagine her radiating a loving presence, her faith guiding her through life's journey.
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Famous Namesakes
Jochebed
Mother of Moses in the Hebrew Bible.
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Spelling Variations
Peak Year
#15 in 2019
Total Births
166
First Recorded
1980
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