Zebedee is a male name of Hebrew origin, meaning "Endowed By God." According to the Canonical Gospels, Zebedee was the father of James and John, who were apostles of Jesus, and the husband of Salome. He was likely a fisherman of some means, as indicated by Mark's mention of "hired men." The name Zebedee is derived from the Hebrew Zəḇaḏyâ, meaning "Yahweh (or the Lord) has bestowed," or the truncated version Zabdî, signifying "abundant" or "my gift." Additionally, the name may have a more sinister interpretation, possibly suggesting "Wolf-Leader." Zebedee is venerated as a saint in the Roman Catholic Church, with a feast day on 15th March.