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Name Origin

Jedidiah is a Hebrew name meaning 'beloved of Yahweh' or 'friend of God.' It's derived from the Hebrew words 'yedid' (beloved) and 'Yahweh' (the Hebrew name for God).

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Famous People

Jedidiah Morse (1761-1826)

Geographer, minister

  • Published the first geography textbook in the United States
  • Founded the American Antiquarian Society

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