Jehoshaphat Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Jehoshaphat is listed in our database as a boy name of Biblical origin. Its recorded meaning is “The Lord is judge”.

Jehoshaphat Name at a Glance

Name Jehoshaphat
Meaning The Lord is judge
Origin Biblical
Gender Boy

What Does the Name Jehoshaphat Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Jehoshaphat means “The Lord is judge”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Jehoshaphat Name Origin

Our database records Jehoshaphat under Biblical origin. Browse more Biblical baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Jehoshaphat a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Jehoshaphat is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Jehoshaphat

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