UK boy's name
Iddo
A Hebrew masculine name meaning "timely" or "at the proper time".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2005. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Iddo is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Iddo popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2005 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3849, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2005, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2005 to 2005. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Iddo is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Iddo. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2006 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Iddo ranked #3849 for boys in England and Wales in 2005, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2005, when 3 boys were registered as Iddo.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Iddo as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3849
2005
Births in 2005
3
Latest year
Peak year
2005
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Iddo mean?
The name Iddo has its origins in the Hebrew language and culture. It is a biblical name that can be traced back to ancient times, with its earliest recorded use appearing in the Hebrew Bible, also known as the Old Testament.
The name Iddo is derived from the Hebrew word "Idd," which means "timely" or "at the appointed time." The name is believed to have been given to children born at a significant or auspicious time, or as a symbol of gratitude for a long-awaited child.
In the Hebrew Bible, Iddo is mentioned as the name of several individuals. One notable figure was Iddo the Seer, a prophet during the reign of King Solomon in the 10th century BCE. Iddo the Seer is credited with writing a historical account of Solomon's reign, which is referenced in the Book of Chronicles.
Another Iddo mentioned in the Bible was a priest who returned to Jerusalem from the Babylonian exile in the 5th century BCE. He is listed among the leaders who helped rebuild the Temple and reestablish worship in Jerusalem.
Throughout history, the name Iddo has been borne by several notable individuals, including:
1. Iddo Netanya (1924-2019), an Israeli artist and sculptor known for his abstract and figurative works. 2. Iddo Benjamin (born 1960), an Israeli filmmaker and screenwriter, best known for his critically acclaimed film "Paradox." 3. Iddo Goldberg (born 1975), an Israeli-British actor known for his roles in television series like "Peaky Blinders" and "Snowpiercer." 4. Iddo Hurvitz (born 1975), an Israeli businessman and entrepreneur, the founder of Nanomedic Technologies. 5. Iddo Porat (born 1958), an Israeli writer and journalist, known for his political commentary and analysis.
While the name Iddo has biblical roots, it has been used across various cultures and regions over the centuries, particularly in the Middle East and among Jewish communities. The name's meaning and significance as a symbol of timeliness and gratitude have resonated with parents throughout history, contributing to its enduring use.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Iddo by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Iddo was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2000s | #3849 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Iddo
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- Ismail 4,679
- Isaiah 4,629
- Idris 3,810
- Ivan 3,146
- Isa 2,943
- Ian 2,805
- Ilyas 2,552
- Ieuan 2,515
- Ibraheem 2,384
- Ioan 2,295
FAQ
Iddo: questions and answers
How popular is the name Iddo in the UK right now?
In 2005, Iddo was ranked #3849 for boys in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Iddo most popular?
The peak year on record was 2005, with 3 babies registered as Iddo in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Iddo?
A Hebrew masculine name meaning "timely" or "at the proper time".
How many people are called Iddo in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Iddo across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.