Male Name
Zebadiah
ˌzɛb.ə.ˈdaɪ̯.ə
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Categories
divine gift
Robert A. Heinlein characters
theophoric names
Writing Systems
זְבַדְיָהAncient Hebrew
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
79/100
classic140%
mature140%
formal140%
natural80%
wholesome140%
strong175%
strange140%
complex160%
serious140%
Meaning & Etymology
The name Zebadiah means 'Yahweh has given' in Hebrew. It is derived from the Hebrew words זָבַד (zavaḏ) meaning 'to give' and יָהּ (yah) referring to the Hebrew God. This name is associated with several characters in the Old Testament, signifying divine gift or blessing.
Etymology
Original Form:
זְבַדְיָה
Evolution:
The name Zebadiah has maintained its original Hebrew form and meaning throughout history, with minimal linguistic evolution. It has been transliterated into various languages but retains its core sign...
Source:
Hebrew Bible