Jericho

“City of the Moon” — Associated with themes of beauty and spirituality

American origin · Unisex name

♂ 94% boys♀ 6% girls

#887US 2023

262Births / yr

↑Rising

5kAll-time births

📅 Since 198000

How to pronounce Jericho

JER·ik·oh

/ˈdʒɛr.ɪk.ˌoʊ/ · stress on JER · 3 syllables

“City of the Moon”

Associated with themes of beauty and spirituality · American origin

What does Jericho mean and where does it come from?

Jericho is ancient and has roots both in the Hebrew language (יריחו) and in English contexts. Historically, Jericho is one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world. The name means 'city of the moon' in Hebrew, and is often associated with themes of beauty and spirituality. It has gained usage as

Cultural significance

Jericho has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of city of the moon.

Peak popularity

Reached #2984 in 1980 — currently #887 in the US.

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How else can you spell Jericho?

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

Jerrico

Spelling variant

What middle names flow best with Jericho?

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

Jericho Grace

How popular is Jericho right now?

Rising — up 39 spots — currently #887 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1980–2023#887 · Top 0.65%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#887	262	▲ up 39 · +5% births
2022	#926	250	▼ down 36 · -3% births
2021	#890	259	▲ up 10342 · +3138% births
2020	#11232	8	▲ up 3608 · +33% births
2015	#14840	6	▼ down 2662 · -14% births
2000	#12178	7	▼ down 2319 · -12% births
1995	#9859	8	▼ down 3221 · -38% births
1990	#6638	13	▲ up 1323 · +63% births
1985	#7961	8	▼ down 4977 · -73% births
1980	#2984	30	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Jericho

Best Year2023Rank #887

Peak Count262

Average Rank#6840

Current Trend↗Rising

Data Range1980 - 202310 years

The story of Jericho

Jericho is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1980. With 4,951 total births recorded, Jericho remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #2984 in 1980 to #887 in 2023. Jericho is used for both genders: 6% female and 94% male.

Names that peaked alongside Jericho in 1980:

Jennifer Amanda Jessica Melissa Sarah

Jericho by decade

Jericho peaked in the 1980s. See all 1980s names →

Decade	Births
1970s	140
1980s	378
1990s	774
2000s	1,327
2010s ★	2,111
2020s	221

💎With 4,951 total births, Jericho is an uncommon but established name.

What are good nicknames for Jericho?

Common

JerJerieJeryIcho

What names sound and feel like Jericho?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Jericho also consider these

Jerico

American · place of the

Jerricho

Israel · City of the

Jericha

American · God's flow; sweet

Gericho

Japanese · Gericho (ゲリコ) translates

Jecho

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Jeico

English · A meaningful name

Gercho

Greek · A Greek name

Jeicob

American · Supplanter

How is Jericho written in other languages?

יְרֵחוֹ

Ancient Hebrew

Common questions about the name Jericho

What does the name Jericho mean?

Jericho means "City of the Moon" — a name rooted in American 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 Jericho?

Jericho is currently ranked #887 as a baby name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Jericho have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Jericho?

Jericho originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Jericho?

Jericho is a three-syllable name pronounced JH EH1 R IH0 K OW2. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Jericho?

Jericho pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.