Zeddie is of African origin, specifically from the Swahili culture. It translates to 'grateful', reflecting an appreciation for life's blessings. The name is unisex but more commonly used for females. Zeddie has a unique sound and spelling, making it distinctive and memorable. It consists of three syllables: Zed-dee. Spelling variations include Zeddie and Zeddi.
The name Zeddie experienced a brief spike in popularity around the early to mid-1900s, with at least five births each year between 1906 and 1925, excluding the years 1907-1912 and 1914-1915. The peak occurred during World War I in 1918, with six births that year. After a gap of over three decades, there was another notable spike in 1954, also with five births. Overall, the name Zeddie has been given to 63 newborns across these years.