"glory of God, splendor of the divine"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Hodaya
An ancient Hebrew name meaning 'praise God'
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The Story of Hodaya
Hodaya (also spelled Hodaiah or Hodaviah) is an ancient Hebrew name meaning 'praise God' or 'give thanks to Yahweh.' It comes from the Hebrew root 'hod' (glory, splendor, thankfulness) combined with 'Yah,' the short form of Yahweh (God). The name appears in the Hebrew Bible as a male name (in Chronicles and Ezra), but in modern Israel it has become primarily a girl's name, following the trend of ancient names switching genders across generations.
Hodaya has seen renewed popularity in Israel since the 1990s as Israeli parents have rediscovered ancient Hebrew names. It represents a generation of Israelis connecting with their biblical heritage through naming, alongside names like Noa, Avigail, and Adaya.
In Jewish tradition, names expressing gratitude to God carry special spiritual weight. Hodaya reflects the Hebrew value of 'hakarat hatov' (recognizing the good), one of the most important virtues in Jewish ethics. The name implicitly embeds a prayer of gratitude into a child's very identity.
Fun Facts
- Hodaya appears in the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament) as a Levite musician in the book of Chronicles
- The related word 'toda' (תּוֹדָה) means 'thank you' in modern Hebrew
- Hodaya and its variants like Hodaviah are among the oldest continuously used Hebrew names
Hodaya in Other Languages
Hebrew
הוֹדָיָה
English
Hodaiah
Russian
Ходая
Yiddish
Hodaya
Popularity Over Time
#6,322
Current Rank
Stable
Trend
Hidden Gem
Based on SSA data 1880–present
Famous People Named Hodaya
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Hoda Kotb
Entertainer
1964
American television anchor and co-host of NBC's Today show; Hoda is a related Arabic name sharing similar roots
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Hodaya (biblical figure)
Other
Levite musician mentioned in the Hebrew Bible (Nehemiah 9:5), one of the earliest bearers of this name
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #6,322
- Total SSA Count
- 19
- Cultural Origins
- Israeli Jewish Hebrew
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Low
Common Nicknames
Hoda
Daya
Hodi
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hodaya
What does the name Hodaya mean?
"glory of God, splendor of the divine" (from Hebrew). Hodaya (also spelled Hodaiah or Hodaviah) is an ancient Hebrew name meaning 'praise God' or 'give thanks to Yahweh.' It comes from the Hebrew root 'hod' (glory, splendor, thankfulness) combined with 'Yah,' the short form of Yahweh (God). The name appears in the Hebrew Bible as a male name (in Chronicles and Ezra), but in modern Israel it has become primarily a girl's name, following the trend of ancient names switching genders across generations.
What is the origin of the name Hodaya?
Hodaya has Hebrew, Israeli, and Jewish origins. In Hebrew, it means "glory of God, splendor of the divine".
Is Hodaya a boy or girl name?
Hodaya is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Hodaya?
Hodaya is currently ranked #6322 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Hodaya?
Common nicknames for Hodaya include Hoda, Daya, and Hodi.
What are good middle names for Hodaya?
Popular middle name pairings include Hodaya Miriam, Hodaya Shira, Hodaya Rivka, Hodaya Talia, Hodaya Leah, Hodaya Noa, and Hodaya Yael.
What are good sibling names for Hodaya?
Names that pair well with Hodaya as siblings include Avital, Noam, Yael, Eitan, Tamar, Oren, and Naomi.
How many syllables does Hodaya have?
Hodaya has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Hodaya a common or rare name?
Hodaya is an uncommon name, ranked #6322 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Hodaya
Hodaya is a girl name with Israeli, Jewish, and Hebrew origins . The name means "glory of God, splendor of the divine" in Hebrew .
Hodaya is currently ranked #6,322 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Hodaya has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Hodaya include Hoda, Daya, and Hodi. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.