Boy Name · English Origin
Jericho
Jericho is a boy baby name of English origin, meaning "God is gracious". It currently sits in the Rare tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Jericho often also consider Jerrica.
Jericho meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: God is gracious
Origin: English naming roots help connect Jericho to related English baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Jericho as J·E·R·I·C·H·O, with 7 letters and a boy usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Jericho is an uncommon, standout choice in the Rare tier.
Jericho variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Jerichoa, Jerichoe, Jerichoy, Jerich.
- Nicknames: Jeri and J.
- Middle names: Pair Jericho with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Jericho middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Jerrica, Jerusha, Jerrick, Jerica, Jairus — full picks on the sibling names for Jericho guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Jericho? Browse our names like Jericho guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Jericho
What does the name Jericho mean?
Jericho means "God is gracious" and is of English origin.
What is the origin of Jericho?
Jericho originates in English naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Jericho?
Jericho has 7 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Jericho a boy's or girl's name?
Jericho is primarily used as a boy's name in US records.
How popular is Jericho in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Jericho sits in the Rare tier — an uncommon, standout choice.
What names are similar to Jericho?
Names that share Jericho's sound and style include Jerrica, Jerusha, Jerrick, Jerica, Jairus.
What middle names pair well with Jericho?
Good middle-name fits for Jericho pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Jericho is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Jericho is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Jericho?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Jericho share its rhythm without rhyming — Jerrica, Jerusha, Jerrick all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.