Jericho: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: j-ehr-eech-oh
Origin: Israel
gender-male

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Western Asia
Meaning: Moon

Jericho is a name with rich historical and cultural significance. It originates from the ancient city in Israel, believed to be one of the oldest continuously occupied cities in the world. The name Jericho may derive from the Hebrew word 'yareakh, 'meaning moon, or the Canaanite word 'rēḥ, 'meaning fragrant. The city is famous for its miraculous fall in the biblical story of Joshua, where the walls crumbled after the Israelites marched around it for seven days. The name has also been used in various forms of media, including fiction and biblical contexts. Today, Jericho is a popular name that has adapted to modern naming trends, symbolizing both ancient heritage and timeless elegance.

Jericho Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Jericho is currently #1610 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Jericho is currently #725 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Jericho is currently #769 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Jericho is currently #365 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names

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