הודיה
Meaning of the name הודיה
Hodaya is a deeply meaningful Hebrew feminine name expressing gratitude, appreciation, and praise. The name derives from the Hebrew root H-O-D, which gives rise to numerous words related to thanksgiving and acknowledgment, such as "lehodot" (to thank), "toda" (thanks), and "hodaya" (thanksgiving). The primary meaning of the name is "thanksgiving to God" or "gratitude to the Creator," conveying a profound sense of appreciation and joy for the gift of life. The name Hodaya appears in the Bible in several contexts, primarily as a family and tribal name, testifying to the ancient tradition of expressing gratitude and appreciation to the Creator of the world. The name Hodaya carries an exceptionally rich spiritual and emotional significance. It combines two essential elements: "Hod" - symbolizing beauty, splendor, glory, and majesty, and "Yah" - a sacred name representing the Divine. This combination creates a dual and profound meaning: on one hand, recognition of the splendor and magnificence of creation and life itself, and on the other hand, direct expression of gratitude and appreciation to God. Parents who choose this name for their daughter express a deep sense of joy and gratitude for her birth, viewing her as a divine gift worthy of praise and thanksgiving. The name conveys a message of optimism, positivity, and the ability to recognize goodness and appreciate life's blessings. In Jewish culture, the concept of hodaya occupies a central place. Daily prayer is filled with blessings of gratitude, from "Modeh Ani" in the morning to thanksgiving blessings throughout the day. Hodaya is not merely a word or concept, but an entire way of life that encourages people to recognize goodness, appreciate what they have, and express gratitude continuously. Women bearing this name carry with them a constant reminder to live with gratitude, to see the good in every situation, and to spread light and optimism in their surroundings. The name Hodaya has become particularly popular in recent decades among religious and traditional families in Israel, but it has also found favor among secular families who appreciate its linguistic beauty and the positive message it carries. This is a name that bridges ancient tradition with contemporary relevance, deep spirituality with universal human values of gratitude and joy of life.
The name הודיה with vowels
הוֹדָיָה
The name הודיה in English
Hodaya | Hodaia | Hodayah
הודיה is mainly suitable for
Girl
Is the name הודיה considered international
No
Origin of the name הודיה from the Bible
1 Chronicles 12:7-8 - The sons of Elioenai: Shimri, Isshiah, Azariah, Joezer, and Jashobeam, the Korahites. And the sons of Jeroham of Gedor: Eluzai, Jerimoth, Bealiah, Shemariah, Shephatiah the Haruphite. Elkanah, Isshiah, Azarel, Joezer, and Jashobeam, the Korahites. And Joelah and Zebadiah, the sons of Jeroham of Gedor
Origin of the name הודיה from Kabbalah
In Kabbalah, the name Hodaya carries profound meaning of spiritual elevation and recognition of divine light. The combination of "Hod" - representing the eighth sefirah in the Tree of Life, the sefirah of Hod symbolizing humility and acknowledgment, with "Yah" - the sacred name, creates a channel of direct connection to the divine. The name encourages its bearer to live in constant awareness of the divine presence and to express gratitude for every moment. In the world of Kabbalah, thanksgiving is perceived as a key to opening gates of blessing and spiritual abundance.
Gematria value for the name הודיה
30
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6
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4
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10
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5
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Numerology value for the name הודיה
3
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5
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6
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4
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10
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30
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0
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3
Famous people named הודיה
Hodaya Ben Shimon - Israeli singer | Hodaya Malul - actress and model | Hodaya Sharabi - journalist and TV presenter | Hodaya Goldman - singer and musician
Total times the name הודיה was registered
18933 times
Graph of the name הודיה
* Source: Central Bureau of Statistics. As of April 2022