"ornament of God, God has adorned"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Adaiah
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"jewel of the Lord"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
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The Story of Adaiah
Adaiah comes from the Hebrew name עֲדָיָה (Adayah), composed of 'adah' (ornament, to adorn) and 'Yah' (a shortened form of YHWH, God). The name literally means 'God has adorned' or 'ornament of the Lord.' It appears in the Old Testament, borne by several minor figures including a grandfather of King Josiah.
Adaiah has grown as a feminine given name in the United States, particularly in religious communities drawn to its biblical roots and beautiful sound. Its similarity to popular names like Adalia, Adaya, and Ada has helped fuel its appeal.
In the Hebrew Bible, Adaiah appears as both a masculine and feminine name. For modern Christian and Jewish families, biblical names carry deep spiritual significance, and Adaiah's meaning of 'God's ornament' holds particular beauty as a name for a daughter.
Historical Record
Adaiah first appeared in US Social Security records in 1996.
Over 451 babies have been named Adaiah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Adaiah is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #3,728 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Adaiah appears multiple times in the Old Testament, including in Chronicles and Ezra
- The name belongs to the 'Yah' family of Hebrew names, sharing its divine suffix with Elijah, Isaiah, and Jeremiah
Adaiah in Other Languages
Arabic
عدايا
French
Adaïa
Hebrew
עֲדָיָה
Spanish
Adaía
Popularity Over Time
#3,728
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Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
Famous People Named Adaiah
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Adaiah of Bozkath
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Grandfather of King Josiah of Judah, mentioned in 2 Kings 22:1 in the Hebrew Bible
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #3,728
- Total SSA Count
- 41
- Cultural Origins
- Hebrew Christian American
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Common Nicknames
Ada
Addie
Day
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Frequently Asked Questions About Adaiah
What does the name Adaiah mean?
"ornament of God, God has adorned" (from Hebrew). "jewel of the Lord" (from Hebrew). Adaiah comes from the Hebrew name עֲדָיָה (Adayah), composed of 'adah' (ornament, to adorn) and 'Yah' (a shortened form of YHWH, God). The name literally means 'God has adorned' or 'ornament of the Lord.' It appears in the Old Testament, borne by several minor figures including a grandfather of King Josiah.
What is the origin of the name Adaiah?
Adaiah has Hebrew, Christian, and American origins. In Hebrew, it means "ornament of God, God has adorned". In Hebrew, it means "jewel of the Lord".
Is Adaiah a boy or girl name?
Adaiah is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #3728. As a boy name, it is ranked #23772. Adaiah is more commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Adaiah?
Adaiah is currently ranked #3728 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Adaiah?
Common nicknames for Adaiah include Ada, Addie, and Day.
What are good middle names for Adaiah?
Popular middle name pairings include Adaiah Grace, Adaiah Faith, Adaiah Rose, Adaiah Marie, Adaiah Joy, and Adaiah Hope.
What are good sibling names for Adaiah?
Names that pair well with Adaiah as siblings include Eliana, Zara, Miriam, Josiah, Ezra, and Naomi.
How many syllables does Adaiah have?
Adaiah has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Adaiah a common or rare name?
Adaiah is an uncommon name, ranked #3728 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Adaiah?
Are there other spellings for Adaiah?
Related spellings include Adaia.
About the Name Adaiah
Adaiah is a girl name with Hebrew, Christian, and American origins . The name means "ornament of God, God has adorned" in Hebrew .
Is Adaiah a boy or girl name? Adaiah is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #3,728 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #23,772. Adaiah is more commonly used as a girl name.
Adaiah is currently ranked #3,728 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Adaiah has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Adaiah include Ada, Addie, and Day. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Adaiah include Adaia . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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