Jethro
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Abundance, excellence, his excellence
Origin: Hebrew
Popularity: Ranked #953 in 2025 with 245 babies born.
History: Jethro was the father-in-law of Moses in the Old Testament, a Midianite priest who gave Moses valuable advice on leadership. His name means abundance or excellence. It was used by Puritan settlers and gained pop culture recognition through the TV show The Beverly Hillbillies and the rock band Jethro Tull.
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Jethro? About 1 in 13,586 babies born in 2025 were named Jethro, or roughly 0.7 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Jethro
What does the name Jethro mean?
Jethro means “Abundance, excellence, his excellence” from Hebrew roots.
What is the origin of the name Jethro?
Jethro has Hebrew origin. The traditional meaning is “Abundance, excellence, his excellence”.
How popular is Jethro?
Jethro ranked #952 in 2025 — given to 245 babies that year.
When was Jethro most popular?
Jethro peaked in 2025 with 245 babies registered that year.
Is Jethro a boy or girl name?
Jethro is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Jethros in registered births are male.
Is the name Jethro rising or falling in popularity?
Jethro has risen 351 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #1303 in 2020 to #952 in 2025.
How long has Jethro been recorded?
Jethro appears in birth records across 123 years — from 1893 through 2025.