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כדיה


Meaning of the name כדיה

Kadya is a rare and ancient Hebrew feminine name, delicately woven between ancient tradition and deep emotional significance. The name derives from the Hebrew root 'K-D' which appears in biblical texts with various meanings related to vessels, containers, or jars. The most common interpretation of the name is 'jar of God' or 'vessel of the Divine', expressing the elevated concept that a person serves as a vessel for manifesting divine will in the world. This name carries a dimension of humility and spiritual mission - the individual is not an end in themselves but rather a vessel through which divine abundance flows. In Jewish tradition, the imagery of a vessel or jar appears frequently as a symbol for the human soul containing within it a celestial light, just as a clay vessel contains precious contents. The name Kadya also carries a subtle connection to the concept of 'kad' in its literal sense - a clay vessel used for storing water, oil, or wine. In biblical tradition, the jar is a symbol of abundance, blessing, and sustaining life. We recall the miracle of the oil flask of Hanukkah, or the water jars carried by the women of Israel in the desert. The jar represents the feminine, the containing, the nurturing, and the nourishing. Similarly, the bearer of the name Kadya carries within her the meaning of a source of life, of one who contains spiritual and emotional abundance and bestows it upon her surroundings. The name conveys a sense of inner depth, hidden richness, and the ability to both contain and give in equal measure. In historical context, the name Kadya appears in Talmudic and Midrashic literature as a rare feminine name, and sometimes as a term of endearment. It combines simplicity and grace - a short name of only three letters (including the yod and heh suffix), yet with rich and multifaceted meaning. In recent generations, the name has nearly disappeared from use, making it an exceptionally unique choice for parents seeking an authentic Hebrew name with deep roots that is not common. The bearer of the name Kadya carries a message of uniqueness, connection to ancient tradition, and a spiritual role in the world - to be a vessel for good, for noble deeds, and for positive influence on those around her.

The name כדיה with vowels

כַּדְיָה

The name כדיה in English

Kadya | Kadiya | Kadiyah

כדיה is mainly suitable for

Girl

Is the name כדיה considered international

No

Origin of the name כדיה from the Bible

2 Kings 9:6 - And he took the jar of oil and poured it on his head

Origin of the name כדיה from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, the jar symbolizes the spiritual vessel that receives divine abundance. The bearer of the name Kadya is considered a refined vessel capable of containing divine light and transmitting it to the world. She represents the principle of receiving and giving, the ability to be empty of ego in order to be filled with spirituality.

Gematria value for the name כדיה

39

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20

כ

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4

ד

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10

י

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5

ה

Numerology value for the name כדיה

3

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20

כ

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4

ד

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10

י

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5

ה

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39

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3

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9

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12

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1

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2

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3

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