Boy Name

Joab

"Jehovah is father, derived from Hebrew elements Jo (God) and Ab (father)."

Ranked #2845 for boys

About the Name Joab

Meaning

Jehovah is father, derived from Hebrew elements Jo (God) and Ab (father).

Origin

Hebrew

Gender

Boy

First Letter

J

Boy Rank

#2845

Joab is a boy name of Hebrew origin. The name means "Jehovah is father, derived from Hebrew elements Jo (God) and Ab (father)." and Currently ranked #2845 in popularity in the United States. Browse more names starting with J or explore other Hebrew names.

Popularity Over Time

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1950
#6
1960
#46
1970
#77
1980
#149
1990
#202
2000
#267
2010
#193
2020

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration baby names data (public domain). Lower rank numbers indicate greater popularity.

Famous People Named Joab

  • J( Joab (biblical military commander of King David)

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