Ichabod

the glory has departed
Hebrew origin · Boy name
97% boys3% girls
#1764US 2023
10Births / yr
Stable
Top 1.3%Percentile
How to pronounce Ichabod
ik-ə-bahd(english)
/ik-ə-bahd(english)/ · · 3 syllables
the glory has departed
Hebrew origin · Boy name

What does Ichabod mean and where does it come from?

Ichabod is derived from the Hebrew name 'Ikhabod', meaning 'the glory has departed', referencing the biblical story of the Ark of the Covenant.

Cultural significance
The name Ichabod appears in the Hebrew Bible, specifically in the First Book of Samuel, and has been used in various literary works since.
Peak popularity
Reached #1764 in 2015 — currently #1764 in the US.
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How else can you spell Ichabod?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

What middle names flow best with Ichabod?

Ichabod works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Ichabod Jack
One syllable · timeless choice
Ichabod John
One syllable · timeless choice
Ichabod Luke
One syllable · timeless choice
Ichabod Miles
One syllable · vintage charm
Ichabod Beau
One syllable · on the rise
Ichabod Brooks
One syllable · timeless choice
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How popular is Ichabod right now?

Holding steady — currently #1764 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 20192023#1764 · Top 1.3%
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💎Ichabod is exceptionally rare — it does not appear in US Social Security records, meaning fewer than 5 babies per year have received this name.

What are good nicknames for Ichabod?

Common
IchAbod

Famous people named Ichabod

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Ichabod Crane
A fictional character in Washington Irving's story 'The Legend of Sleepy Hollow'.
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How is Ichabod written in other languages?

אִיכָבוֹד
Ancient Hebrew

Common questions about the name Ichabod

What does the name Ichabod mean?
Ichabod means "the glory has departed" — a name rooted in Hebrew tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Ichabod?
Ichabod is currently a distinctive and less common name as a baby name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.
What is the cultural origin of Ichabod?
Ichabod originates from Hebrew tradition. Hebrew names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
What sibling names go well with Ichabod?
Ichabod pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar International heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Is Ichabod more of a girl or boy name?
Ichabod is primarily used as a boy name, giving it a clear, timeless character while remaining accessible to modern families.