Zebedee
House of Fish
Pronunciation: ZEB-uh-dee (/zɛbəˈdiː/)
What does Zebedee mean?
In Hebrew, Zebedee is derived from the Hebrew word ‘zabhad’, meaning ‘gift of God’. In the New Testament, Zebedee is the name of two brothers who were disciples of Jesus. They were fishermen by trade and the name is believed to mean 'house of fish'.
Zebedee in other languages & scripts
How to pronounce Zebedee
Numerology & personality
Stability and grounding.
Spiritual & cultural context
Symbolizes devotion and spiritual growth through hard work.
The name Zebedee was prominent in the early Christian faith due to the presence of two brothers with this name in the New Testament. They were part of the inner circle of disciples who witnessed Jesus' transfiguration and were granted a special request by him at the crucifixion. Additionally, the name was carried by various saints throughout history, including St. Zebedee, the archbishop of Canterbury during the early Middle Ages.
Scriptural & traditional roots
Biblical scripture: New Testament (Matthew 10:2, Mark 1:19, Luke 5:10)
Saint connection: Saint Zebedee
Popularity of Zebedee by region
| Region | Country | Score | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Italy | IT | 83 | 2024 |
| Poland | PL | 59 | 2024 |