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אידית


Meaning of the name אידית

Idit is a charming and delicate Hebrew feminine name meaning 'ornament,' 'jewel,' or 'testimony.' The name derives from the Hebrew root Ayin-Dalet-Heh, which appears in the Bible with meanings related to adornment, jewelry, and precious ornaments. In Biblical Hebrew, the word 'adi' refers to valuable jewelry and special ornaments that were considered symbols of beauty, wealth, and high social status. The name Idit carries multiple profound meanings. On one hand, it symbolizes both the external and internal beauty of a woman, her value and uniqueness. On the other hand, the meaning of 'testimony' points to trustworthiness, truth, and integrity - fundamental character traits. In Jewish culture, jewelry was not merely fashion accessories but symbols of status, honor, and family heritage passed down through generations. In Jewish tradition, the name Idit is also connected to the concept of 'testimony' in a spiritual sense - testimony to faith, values, and tradition. A woman bearing this name is perceived as one who serves as living testimony to noble Jewish values, radiating both inner and outer beauty. The name combines feminine delicacy with inner strength, external beauty with deep spiritual content. In modern times, the name Idit has gained considerable popularity in Israel, especially among families seeking an original and beautiful Hebrew name that is neither too common nor too foreign or strange. The name sounds modern and contemporary while maintaining a deep connection to ancient Hebrew sources. It conveys elegance and refinement while carrying significant cultural and spiritual depth. In recent years, the name has experienced renewed interest as part of the trend of returning to original and meaningful Hebrew names that are not overly common but have a pleasant sound and rich significance.

The name אידית with vowels

אִידִית

The name אידית in English

Idit | Edith | Idith

אידית is mainly suitable for

Girl

Is the name אידית considered international

Yes

Origin of the name אידית from the Bible

Genesis 36:2 - And Esau took his wives from the daughters of Canaan; Adah the daughter of Elon the Hittite

Origin of the name אידית from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, the name Idit is connected to the Sefirah of Tiferet, representing balance and harmony between different forces. Jewelry and ornaments symbolize divine radiance manifesting in the material world, and the name expresses the ability to illuminate the world with spiritual beauty.

Gematria value for the name אידית

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Numerology value for the name אידית

2

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Famous people named אידית

Idit Nasser - Israeli actress | Idit Zertal - Israeli historian and professor emerita at the University of Haifa | Idit Sharabi - Israeli singer | Idit Berkowitz - Israeli journalist and television presenter

Names similar to אידית

Total times the name אידית was registered

278 times

Graph of the name אידית

* Source: Central Bureau of Statistics. As of April 2022