gender neutral
Jericho
city of the moon, fragrant place
About Jericho
Imagine your son carrying a name steeped in history and power, one that echoes through millennia with unshakable strength. Jericho isn't just a name—it's a statement of resilience, courage, and enduring presence. This choice transcends ordinary naming conventions, offering your son something genuinely distinctive that will set him apart throughout his life. The name carries biblical significance and historical weight without feeling religious or antiquated; instead, it pulses with contemporary energy and timeless appeal. Jericho commands attention in the best possible way—people remember it, respect it, and respond to its inherent authority. Consider how it will serve your son in every stage of life: a strong identity in childhood, an impressive introduction in young adulthood, a commanding presence in his career. The name suggests someone with depth, character, and substance—someone who can't be ignored or overlooked. Jericho offers your son a name worthy of his potential, one that will grow with him and continue to impress throughout his entire life journey.
Popularity of the Name Jericho
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | New Zealand | Ireland | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | #926 | #412 | #918 | |
| 2014 | #943 | |||
| 2016 | #924 | |||
| 2018 | #952 | |||
| 2019 | #950 | |||
| 2020 | #997 | #973 | ||
| 2021 | #890 | |||
| 2022 | #926 | |||
| 2023 | #884 | |||
| 2024 | #905 | |||
| 2025 | #886 | |||
| 2007 | #405 | #844 | ||
| 2009 | #413 | #995 | ||
| 2012 | #386 | |||
| 2006 | #657 | #862 | ||
| 2000 | #744 | |||
| 2001 | #825 | |||
| 2002 | #794 | |||
| 2003 | #989 | |||
| 2005 | #998 | |||
| 2015 | #903 | |||
| 2017 | #770 |
Top names by country: United States · New Zealand · Ireland · Canada
Variations of Name Jericho
- Jerichow
- Jerichau
- Jerika
Names Similar to Jericho
Nicknames for Jericho
- Jer
- Jeri
- Rico
- Cho
- JJ
Famous People Named Jericho
| Jericho Rosales | Filipino actor and singer |
| Jericho Cotchery | Former American football wide receiver |
| Jericho Sims | Professional basketball player |
| Jericho Poppler | Legendary surfer and skateboarder |
| Jericho Lane | English cricketer |
| Jericho Estoque | Canadian volleyball player |
| Jericho McGrath | Australian soccer player |
| Jericho Malabonga | South Sudanese middle-distance runner |
| Jericho Resurreccion | Filipino dancer and choreographer |
| Jericho Cruz | Filipino basketball player |
| Jericho Isaac Acoba | American actor and model |
| Jericho Naea Bennet | New Zealand rugby player |
| Jericho Hasselbaink | Former Dutch footballer and manager |
| Jericho Pryce-Jones | Welsh businessman and politician |
| Jericho Rosado | Puerto Rican boxer |
| Jericho Brown | American poet and professor |
| Jericho Marsh | British rower |
| Jericho Petilla | Filipino politician and energy secretary |
| Jericho R. Escasinas | American composer and conductor |
| Jericho McMatthews | American fitness trainer and coach |
Characters Named Jericho
| Jericho Jackson | Character from the movie "Action Jackson" |
| Jericho Barrons | Character from the Fever series by Karen Marie Moning |
| Jericho Kane | Character from the movie "End of Days" |
| Jericho Drumm | Brother Voodoo - Marvel Comics character |
| Jericho Z. Barrons | Character from the Fever series by Karen Marie Moning |
| Jericho Cane | Character from the movie "End of Days" |
| Jericho Swain | Character from the video game "League of Legends" |
| Jericho Sims | Character from the TV series "The O.C" |
| Jericho Way | Character from the book "Pirate Latitudes" by Michael Crichton |
| Jericho Cross | Character from the video game "Darkwatch" |
| Jericho Freeman | Character from the book "Thunderhead" by Neal Shusterman |