"ornament, adornment, beauty"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Addah
Addah is a girl name of Hebrew origin meaning "ornament, adornment, beauty." Ranked #69,488 in the US, popular nicknames include Ada and Addie.
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The Story of Addah
Addah is a variant of the ancient Hebrew name Adah, meaning 'ornament' or 'adornment.' It is one of the earliest recorded female names in the Bible, borne by two women in Genesis: the wife of Lamech and a wife of Esau. The name radiates timeless femininity, evoking beauty and embellishment in the oldest literary tradition in Western civilization.
Adah and its variants enjoyed use among 19th-century Protestants who favored biblical names, and the modern spelling Addah has seen renewed interest as parents seek rare but deeply rooted alternatives to Ada.
As one of the first named women in the Book of Genesis, Addah holds a unique place in biblical history. The name has been cherished in Jewish and Christian communities for millennia as a symbol of feminine grace.
Fun Facts
- Adah appears in Genesis 4:19 as one of the first named women in the Bible
- Ada Lovelace, the 19th-century mathematician considered the first computer programmer, shares this root name
- The name Ada has been in the US top 100 in recent years, making Addah a rare variant of a trending classic
Addah in Other Languages
French
Ada
German
Ada
Hebrew
עָדָה
Spanish
Ada
Famous People Named Addah
A
Ada Colau
Politician
1974
Spanish activist and politician, former Mayor of Barcelona
A
Adah Isaacs Menken
Actor
1835
American actress and poet, celebrated 19th-century performer
A
Ada Lovelace
Scientist
1815
English mathematician considered the first computer programmer
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 2
- Popularity Rank
- #69,488
- Total SSA Count
- 5
- Cultural Origins
- Jewish Christian Biblical
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- High
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Ada
Addie
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Frequently Asked Questions About Addah
What does the name Addah mean?
"ornament, adornment, beauty" (from Hebrew). Addah is a variant of the ancient Hebrew name Adah, meaning 'ornament' or 'adornment.' It is one of the earliest recorded female names in the Bible, borne by two women in Genesis: the wife of Lamech and a wife of Esau. The name radiates timeless femininity, evoking beauty and embellishment in the oldest literary tradition in Western civilization.
What is the origin of the name Addah?
Addah has Hebrew, Jewish, Christian, and Biblical origins. In Hebrew, it means "ornament, adornment, beauty".
Is Addah a boy or girl name?
Addah is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Addah?
Addah is currently ranked #69488 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Addah?
Common nicknames for Addah include Ada and Addie.
What are good middle names for Addah?
Popular middle name pairings include Addah Grace, Addah Rose, Addah Pearl, Addah Claire, and Addah Mae.
What are good sibling names for Addah?
Names that pair well with Addah as siblings include Zillah, Noah, Miriam, Enoch, and Ruth.
How many syllables does Addah have?
Addah has 2 syllables, making it easy to say and remember.
Is Addah a common or rare name?
Addah is an uncommon name, ranked #69488 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Addah
Addah is a girl name with Jewish, Christian, and Biblical origins . The name means "ornament, adornment, beauty" in Hebrew .
Addah is currently ranked #69,488 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Addah has 2 syllables, making it easy to pronounce and remember.
Common nicknames for Addah include Ada and Addie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Addah include Addalyn, Addalynn . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- Behind the Name (etymology and meaning research)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis