Male Name
Ehud
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Categories
biblical judges
isograms
Israeli prime ministers
numeric meanings
uncertain etymology
Writing Systems
אֵהוּדHebrew
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
47/100
classic120%
mature80%
formal80%
upper class65%
strong120%
rough65%
strange140%
serious100%
Meaning & Etymology
The name Ehud is of Hebrew origin, with its exact meaning uncertain. It is possibly derived from the Hebrew word אָחַד (ʾaḥaḏ) meaning 'to unite' or הוֹד (hoḏ) meaning 'glory'. In the Old Testament, Ehud is a significant figure, known as one of the biblical judges who delivered the Israelites from Moabite domination.
Etymology
Original Form:
אֵהוּד
Evolution:
The name has maintained its form and significance from ancient Hebrew through to modern usage, primarily within Jewish and Christian contexts.
Source:
Hebrew