"daughter of God"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Bithiah
The biblical princess who rescued baby Moses
Hebrew
Jewish
Christian
Biblical
Spiritual
Vintage
Classic
Literary
Meaning & Origin
"daughter of YHWH (the divine name)"
Origin: Biblical Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
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The Story of Bithiah
Bithiah is a Hebrew name composed of two elements: bat (daughter) and Yah (a shortened form of YHWH, the name of God). Together they form Bat-Yah, meaning daughter of God. It is a deeply spiritual name expressing the relationship between a person and the divine, similar in construction to names like Elijah (my God is YHWH) and Obadiah (servant of God).
Bithiah remains a rare but enduring biblical name, chosen primarily by families who value its spiritual significance and biblical narrative. It has seen modest use in Jewish and Christian communities who seek distinctive Old Testament names beyond the familiar choices.
In the Bible (1 Chronicles 4:18), Bithiah is identified as a daughter of Pharaoh who married Mered of the tribe of Judah. Jewish tradition particularly honors her as the princess who rescued the infant Moses from the Nile — an act of extraordinary compassion that changed history. The Talmud states that God rewarded her with this name daughter of God for her mercy.
Fun Facts
- Jewish tradition says Bithiah (Pharaoh's daughter) converted to Judaism and is one of the few women said to have entered Paradise alive
- Her Hebrew name Bat-Yah was given as a divine reward for her act of saving Moses
Bithiah in Other Languages
Greek
Βιθία
Hebrew
בִּתְיָה
Italian
Bizia
Spanish
Bitia
Popularity Over Time
#6,284
Current Rank
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Trend
Rising Fast
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Famous People Named Bithiah
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Bithiah
Royalty
Daughter of Pharaoh in the Hebrew Bible who rescued the infant Moses from the Nile; honored in both Jewish and Christian...
Daughter of Pharaoh in the Hebrew Bible who rescued the infant Moses from the Nile; honored in both Jewish and Christian traditions
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Batya (Bithiah) of Egypt
Religious
Figure in Jewish Midrash tradition credited with compassion toward Moses and later converting to Judaism
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #6,284
- Total SSA Count
- 19
- Cultural Origins
- Hebrew Jewish Christian Biblical
- Pronunciation
- Hard
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Low
Common Nicknames
Bith
Bia
Thia
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Timeless choice, smooth 2-2 syllable flow
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Frequently Asked Questions About Bithiah
What does the name Bithiah mean?
"daughter of God" (from Hebrew). "daughter of YHWH (the divine name)" (from Biblical Hebrew). Bithiah is a Hebrew name composed of two elements: bat (daughter) and Yah (a shortened form of YHWH, the name of God). Together they form Bat-Yah, meaning daughter of God. It is a deeply spiritual name expressing the relationship between a person and the divine, similar in construction to names like Elijah (my God is YHWH) and Obadiah (servant of God).
What is the origin of the name Bithiah?
Bithiah has Hebrew, Biblical Hebrew, Jewish, Christian, and Biblical origins. In Hebrew, it means "daughter of God". In Biblical Hebrew, it means "daughter of YHWH (the divine name)".
Is Bithiah a boy or girl name?
Bithiah is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Bithiah?
Bithiah is currently ranked #6284 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Bithiah?
Common nicknames for Bithiah include Bith, Bia, and Thia.
What are good middle names for Bithiah?
Popular middle name pairings include Bithiah Ruth, Bithiah Miriam, Bithiah Grace, Bithiah Hope, Bithiah Esther, Bithiah Naomi, and Bithiah Faith.
What are good sibling names for Bithiah?
Names that pair well with Bithiah as siblings include Miriam, Esther, Naomi, Zipporah, Moses, Caleb, and Elijah.
How many syllables does Bithiah have?
Bithiah has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Bithiah a common or rare name?
Bithiah is an uncommon name, ranked #6284 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Bithiah
Bithiah is a girl name with Hebrew, Jewish, Christian, and Biblical origins . The name means "daughter of God" in Hebrew .
Bithiah is currently ranked #6,284 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Bithiah has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Bithiah include Bith, Bia, and Thia. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.