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Yocheved Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Yocheved

"According to the Bible, Jochebed was a daughter of Levi and the mother of Miriam, Aaron, and Moses"

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Female 📈 Peak 2012 👥 2,353 in US
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Meaning
According to the Bible, Jochebed was a daughter of Levi and the mother of Miriam, Aaron, and Moses
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
2,353
Life Path
Number 6

📖 What Does Yocheved Mean?

According to the Bible, Jochebed was a daughter of Levi and the mother of Miriam, Aaron, and Moses. She was the wife of Amram and also his aunt. No details are given concerning her life. According to Jewish legend, she is buried in the Tomb of the Matriarchs in Tiberias. In the New Testament, she is praised for her faith in God in Hebrews 11:23.

🌐 From Wikipedia Source ↗

According to the Bible, Jochebed was a daughter of Levi and the mother of Miriam, Aaron, and Moses. She was the wife of Amram and also his aunt. No details are given concerning her life. According to Jewish legend, she is buried in the Tomb of the Matriarchs in Tiberias. In the New Testament, she is praised for her faith in God in Hebrews 11:23.…

Root Element
Yocheved
Core Meaning
"According to the Bible, Jochebed was a daughter of Levi and the mother of Miriam, Aaron, and Moses"
Language

🔢 Numerology of Yocheved

Y 7
O 6
C 3
H 8
E 5
V 4
E 5
D 4
SUM 6
6
Life Path
Nurturing & Responsibility
7
Soul Urge
Wisdom & Introspection
8
Personality
Power & Ambition

Life Path 6 — Nurturing & Responsibility: Compassionate, family-oriented, and generous.

Gender Distribution

♂ Male0%
♀ Female100%

Based on 2,353 US Social Security records

📈 US Popularity

Total US bearers 2,353
Peak year 2012 (89)
First recorded 1953
Last recorded 2024
Gender Predominantly Female
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Yocheved" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "According to the Bible, Jochebed was a daughter of Levi and the mother of Miriam, Aaron, and Moses".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form, established across English-speaking and Muslim communities.

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Today (2026)

~2,353 people named Yocheved in the US. Peaked in 2012 with 89 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Yocheved?

The Life Path number for Yocheved is 6, associated with Nurturing & Responsibility. Soul Urge: 7. Personality: 8.

Is Yocheved a boy or girl name?

Yocheved is Predominantly Female. Based on US data, 0% male and 100% female.

How many people are named Yocheved in the US?

Approximately 2,353 people in the United States are named Yocheved. The name peaked in 2012 with 89 recorded uses.

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